http://pressroom.prlog.org/Snewton/About The Silver Star families of America - The mission of the Silver Star Families of America is to remember, honor and assist combat wounded, ill and dying active duty and veterans from ALL wars. http://www.prlog.org/11835369-the-silver-star-families-of-america-is-asking-for-input-on-wounded-warrior-transition-units.htmlThe Silver Star Families of America is asking for input from military personnel/veterans who have been or are in wounded warrior transition units from any branch of the Armed Forces.Tue, 27 Mar 2012 23:55:34 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11815403-the-silver-star-families-of-america-expands-program-to-distribute-blankets-to-hospice-veterans.htmlThe Chaplain Service of the Silver Star Families of America, SSFOA, has decided to expand its distribution of Prayer Blankets to veterans that are in the final phase of their lives.Sun, 04 Mar 2012 23:51:03 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11796924-the-law-enforcement-equipment-program.htmlThe law Enforcement Equipment Program, (LEEP), is a program designed to place surplus police equipment into the hands of officers, departments, military and American agencies that are in need.Sun, 12 Feb 2012 23:24:24 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11789236-silver-star-families-of-america-founder-comes-to-general-boykins-defense.htmlThe founder of the Silver Star Families of America, a nonprofit organization that assists the wounded, injured and ill of our Armed Forces, came out today in an angry defense of retired three star General Boykin.Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:21:46 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11734131-the-silver-star-families-of-america-is-promoted-to-full-donor-organization-status.htmlThe Silver Star Families of America is promoted to full donor agency status by the Department of Veteran AffairsSat, 26 Nov 2011 21:37:18 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11645784-ssfoa-the-mother-grizzly-of-all-veterans-organizations.htmlWhen it comes to the wounded, ill, injured and dying of our armed forces I have never seen an organization that is as ferociously protective and passionate as the Silver Star Families of America.Sat, 03 Sep 2011 01:16:34 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11639000-silver-star-families-of-america-applauds-american-legion.htmlNewton praised the American Legion, “I’m thrilled the Legion has followed our lead and discarded disorder from Post Traumatic Stress. SSFOA has fought the stigma associated with PTS for years and will not call this invisible wound a disorder.Sun, 28 Aug 2011 03:08:08 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11517285-leep-program-passes-one-million-dollar-mark-in-donations-toward-helping-allied-law-enforcement.htmlLEEP provides a website that agencies with surplus equipment can post, letting our Armed Forces know what is available for them to equip and train the law enforcement agencies they are mentoringMon, 30 May 2011 20:24:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11485864-senate-approves-mcgaskill-blunt-silver-star-service-banner-day-resolution.htmlWashington D.C. U.S. Senators Claire McCaskill and Roy Blunt announced the Senate has approved a resolution sponsored by the Missouri Senators to honor our men and women in uniform who have been injured or become ill in combat and their families.Wed, 11 May 2011 21:52:03 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11466407-silver-star-service-banner-day.htmlAll Silver Star States, counties, cities and towns across this great nation are urged to use this opportunity to reach out to those who have sacrificed so much for us. Tell our combat wounded, ill and dying thank you!Sat, 30 Apr 2011 22:02:37 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11372476-wisconsin-governor-scott-walker-proclaims-may-1st-silver-star-service-banner-day.htmlToday Governor Scott Walker proclaimed May 1st a day to honor the combat wounded, ill, injured and dying of the Armed Forces from the state of Wisconsin.Mon, 14 Mar 2011 13:00:45 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11287292-ssfoa-honors-president-george-bush-for-support-of-wounded-and-ill-veterans.htmlCLEVER, MO—February 9, 2011—The Silver Star Families of America (SSFOA) proudly announces the 2011 recipient of the prestigious SSFOA Commendation Award—President George W. Bush.Wed, 09 Feb 2011 22:28:14 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11110769-ssfoa-volunteer-hours-and-materials-equivalent-to-2-million-dollars-to-va.htmlSince 2004, The Silver Star Families of America has donated more than 2 million dollars to the Veterans Administration in the form of time and materialWed, 01 Dec 2010 21:56:35 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10808971-silver-star-families-of-america-announces-their-new-program-honoring-our-veterans-caregivers.htmlToday the Silver Star Families of America announced a new program to honor the Caregivers of our nation’s veterans.Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:50:40 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10733869-silver-star-families-of-america-announces-their-new-presidents-project-wham.htmlWOUNDED HEROES AND MUSIC that is what "WHAM" is. Donate Your Gently Used MP3 Player or IPOD and it will be sent to a wounded or ill or injured Veteran or Soldier in one of the many Veteran or Military Hospitals around the Country.Sat, 12 Jun 2010 20:16:46 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10690246-united-states-senate-declares-may-1st-as-silver-star-service-banner-day.htmlLess than 30 days after the United States House of Representatives declared May 1st Silver Star Service Banner Day, the Senate joined them by passing S Resolution 354.Thu, 20 May 2010 17:47:30 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10690081-the-silver-star-families-of-america-goes-for-hat-trick.htmlUnited States Senate Declares May 1 Silver Star Service Banner DayThu, 20 May 2010 16:18:43 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10662249-the-silver-star-families-of-america-makes-it-into-the-pepsi-refresh-project.htmlIt was announced on May 1st that The Silver Star Families of America had made it into the Pepsi Refresh Project. Pepsi is giving away millions each month to fund ideas that change the world. Ideas with the most votes will receive a grant from Pepsi.Wed, 05 May 2010 02:28:28 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10640643-the-silver-star-service-banner-recognized-by-house-silver-star-service-banner-day-made-official.htmlWashington, D.C. Today it was announced that the United States House of Representatives has recognized the Silver Star Families of America's Silver Star Service Banner and has proclaimed every May 1st Silver Star Service Banner Day.Thu, 22 Apr 2010 05:53:24 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10585871-silver-star-families-of-america-and-military-connectioncom-hold-official-award-ceremony-for-top-doc.htmlSilver Star Families of America and Military Connection.com in an official ceremony presented the Top Doc award to Primary Practitioner Elaine Yildiz at North Chicago VA Medical Center in North Chicago, Illinois.Sun, 21 Mar 2010 14:46:39 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10581197-silver-star-families-of-america-and-military-connectioncom-hold-ceremony-for-top-doc.htmlSilver Star Families of America and Military Connection.com went on a quest to find the best Military and Veteran Affairs primary care physicians and practioners in the country.Thu, 18 Mar 2010 20:18:32 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10577082-the-silver-star-families-of-america-partners-with-militarycom.htmlToday it was announced by the President of The Silver Star Families of America, Sunshine Roth that The Silver Star Families of America and Military.Com will be partnering for a new group forum.Tue, 16 Mar 2010 03:49:48 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10541119-the-silver-star-families-of-america-launches-wounded-warrior-watch.htmlToday it was announced that the Silver Star Families of America has started a new program designed to monitor and assist wounded warriors that may have complaints about their treatment.Sat, 20 Feb 2010 17:00:43 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10538449-silver-star-families-founder-steven-newton-is-recognized-for-his-noble-patriotic-efforts.htmlSteven Newton has been drafted into the Patriot Honor Hall by David Bancroft, Founder of USA PatriotismThu, 18 Feb 2010 16:27:53 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10538428-the-silver-star-families-of-america-to-accept-city-and-county-proclamations-online.htmlIn its quest to make May 1st a nationwide day of remembrance for the wounded, ill, injured and dying of our Armed Forces, the SSFOA has announced that they will now accept proclamations from cities and counties on their web site.Thu, 18 Feb 2010 16:17:17 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10526177-continuing-to-change-the-face-of-nation.htmlSilver Star Families of America eaches halfway point In proclamation campaign goal.Tue, 09 Feb 2010 22:30:24 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10526155-continuing-to-change-the-face-of-nation.htmlSilver Star Families of America passes halfway point in proclamation campaign goal.Tue, 09 Feb 2010 22:05:32 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10512331-ssfoa-takes-stand-against-burn-pits.htmlThe SSFOA's mission has been & continues to be directed toward our Wounded, Ill & Dying Veterans. The overall health & safety of our troops remain a factor to our Organization. SSFOA strongly urges the cessation of the use of burning pits.Sun, 31 Jan 2010 04:06:23 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10506063-ssfoa-goes-into-the-schools-to-teach-about-national-salute-to-hospitalized-veterans-week.htmlStudents from Ms. Marybeth Mirock's second grade class at Seth Paine Elementary School in Lake Zurich, Illinois will be having a presentation done in their class about National Salute To Hospitalized Veterans.Wed, 27 Jan 2010 07:29:14 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10503423-ssfoa-invites-the-public-to-participate-in-national-salute-to-hospitalized-veterans.htmlSunshine Roth, National President of The Silver Star Families of America stated: “The National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans program compliments the mission of the Silver Star Families of America. We invite the public to participate.Mon, 25 Jan 2010 16:56:32 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10503317-founder-of-the-silver-star-families-of-america-is-hospitalized.htmlToday it was announced by the Chaplain of the Silver Star Families of America, Mrs. Janie Orman, that the founder of the organization had been hospitalized.Mon, 25 Jan 2010 15:49:24 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10496791-usa-patriotism-announces-support-of-silver-star-service-banner-day-resolution.htmlUSA Patriotism annouces their support of U. S. Senate resolutions to declare May1st as Silver Star Service Banner Day to honor wounded miltary.Wed, 20 Jan 2010 18:12:23 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10487672-silver-star-families-of-america-to-participate-in-national-salute-to-hospitalized-veterans.htmlThe Silver Star Families of America has announced that they will join with the Veterans Administration in the “National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans” from February 8th thru theWed, 13 Jan 2010 23:01:19 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10466440-personal-appeal-by-the-founder-of-the-silver-star-families-of-america.htmlFounder of Silver Star Famlies appeals for donations.Sun, 27 Dec 2009 20:20:47 GMTnon profit http://www.prlog.org/10462017-christmas-message-from-founder-of-silver-star-families-of-america.htmlFounder of the Silver Star Families of America urges rememberance of those serving in the Armed Forces during the holidays.Tue, 22 Dec 2009 17:22:34 GMTnon profit http://www.prlog.org/10440178-silver-star-families-of-america-national-headquarters-moves.htmlToday it was announced that the Silver Star Families of America’s National Headquarters completed its move into a new building.Sat, 05 Dec 2009 17:03:31 GMTnon profit http://www.prlog.org/10436066-silver-star-families-of-america-and-military-connectioncom-announce-names-of-the-two-top-doctors.htmlToday it was announced that The Silver Star Families of America (SSFOA) and Military Connection.com have found the best Veterans Affairs and the best Military Primary Care Doctors in the country.Wed, 02 Dec 2009 17:45:21 GMTnon profit http://www.prlog.org/10434490-the-silver-star-families-of-america-announces-announces-new-national-president.htmlThe Silver Star Families of America announces the election of a new National President and Board of Directors.Tue, 01 Dec 2009 18:09:19 GMTnon profit http://www.prlog.org/10385690-missouri-congressional-delegation-honors-sacrifices-made-by-armed-forces.htmlDelegation Introduces Resolution to Declare May 1st National Silver Star Service Banner DayThu, 22 Oct 2009 21:58:18 GMTveterans http://www.prlog.org/10333427-silver-star-families-of-america-condemns-associated-press.htmlThe Board of Directors of The Silver Star Families of America has issued a statement condemning the actions of the Associated Press in releasing a photo of the last moments of life for a young Marine.Sun, 06 Sep 2009 15:39:37 GMTmiltary support http://www.prlog.org/10333426-silver-star-families-of-america-condemns-associated-press.htmlThe Board of Directors of The Silver Star Families of America has issued a statement condemning the actions of the Associated Press in releasing a photo of the last moments of life for a young Marine.Sun, 06 Sep 2009 15:32:37 GMTmilitary support http://www.prlog.org/10315430-the-silver-star-families-of-america-join-forces-with-military-connectioncom-to-name-top-doctors.htmlToday it was announced that The Silver Star Families of America (SSFOA) and Military Connection.com have joined forces to find the best Veterans Affairs and the best Military Primary Care Doctors in the country.Wed, 19 Aug 2009 22:38:47 GMTmilitary support http://www.prlog.org/10282453-the-silver-star-families-of-america-search-for-best-veterans-doctors.htmlSSFOA Board of Directors wants to honor a primary care physician that was not chosen by a professional organization, but chosen by the people that matter most—the Veterans.”Tue, 14 Jul 2009 21:05:56 GMTnon profit http://www.prlog.org/10277489-silver-star-families-of-america-supports-mojave-cross.htmlBy a unanimous vote the Board issued this statement concerning the Mojave Cross.Wed, 08 Jul 2009 18:58:52 GMTnon profit http://www.prlog.org/10273177-remarks-to-the-governor-of-missouri-from-the-founders-of-the-silver-star-families-of-america.htmlSilver Star Families of America Day, or just Silver Star Banner Day, is a day set aside to remember and honor the wounded and ill of our Armed Forces.Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:40:34 GMTnon profit http://www.prlog.org/10272987-missouri-makes-silver-star-banner-day-law.htmlRepresentative Jay Wasson introduced the Silver Star Banner Day bill in the Missouri House and was taken up by Senator Goodman in the Senate. House vote was 158-0. Senate vote was 34-0.Thu, 02 Jul 2009 15:44:44 GMTnon profit http://www.prlog.org/10217826-silver-star-families-of-america-strongly-opposes-dhs-report.htmlSteve Newton, founder of the Silver Star Families of America, responded to DHS assessment report on right-wing extremismWed, 15 Apr 2009 18:38:54 GMTnon profit http://www.prlog.org/10195924-the-silver-star-families-of-america-passes-700-city-mark.htmlDiana Newton, Co-Founder of the Silver Star Families of America, announced today that more than 700 cities and counties nationwide had issued proclamations in support of Silver Star Banner Day.Mon, 09 Mar 2009 21:18:40 GMTnon profit http://www.prlog.org/10195674-the-silver-star-families-of-america-come-out-against-va-proposal.htmlThe VA budget request for 2010 contains a proposal that would bill veteran's private insurance for their service connected disability treatments. This is morally and ethically repugnant.Mon, 09 Mar 2009 13:55:13 GMTnon profit http://www.prlog.org/10185152-ssfoa-response-to-media-access-at-dover.htmlThe Silver Star Families of America will back the Gold Stars with all our hearts and all our resources up to and including legal recourse. This issue is for them to decide, not our politicians or bureaucrats.Wed, 18 Feb 2009 23:50:11 GMTnon profit