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A gunman opened fire inside a nightclub in Orlando, Florida, killing approximately 50 people and injuring at least 53 more (reports initially said 20 dead).

Time has taken most of those who returned from WWII and earlier this week we lost another. Charles DeCrane, a proud member of the Crow Tribe and veteran of World War II, may have passed, but his family and friends will continue to honor his memory for years to come...

I had the privilege recently of seeing Cpl. Rick Ketterling presented with the Purple Heart. The actions that earned Ketterling this honor took place almost four decades ago, but due to an oversight, he is just now getting this recognition...

Seeing our veterans receive recognition gives me that proud-to-be-an-American feeling that completely lifts my spirits. Vietnam vet Rick Ketterling is finally getting recognition for his service to this country and I will be happy to be at the Yellowstone Courthouse tomorrow to applaud him as he receives the Purple Heart, Army Good Conduct Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with One Bronze Star and the