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Yesterday at 7:15 PM  More than 5,000 war artifacts dating back to the 1600s decorate the All Wars Museum in Quincy.

Tuesday, February 12, 2013  Local veterans are calling on Illinois lawmakers to help build a new 500 bed facility at the Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy.

Saturday, February 09, 2013  The air at the Illinois Veteran's Home in Quincy was thick with nostalgia Saturday.

Sunday, November 11, 2012  Dozens of Quincy's veterans and their families gathered Sunday to remember the lives of the men and women who've fought for our country.

Thursday, October 11, 2012  It's the fifth time the Quincy Public Library has hosted "The Big Read"

Monday, August 13, 2012  Governor Pat Quinn signed four veterans-related bills Sunday in honor of the Illinois State Fair's Veterans Day.

Wednesday, June 20, 2012  A twenty-two year fishing tradition continued Tuesday in the Tri-States.

Thursday, May 31, 2012  Operation Cookie Share is allowing veterans at the Illinois Vets Home to share some smiles and good desserts.

Friday, May 04, 2012  Local veterans sat down with KHQA's Melissa Shriver to share their thoughts on this important date in history.

Wednesday, March 14, 2012  Illinois Veterans Home residents will pay higher fees starting this summer.

Saturday, December 17, 2011  Saturday morning the organization Quail Forever took four such veterans on a hunt they'll never forget.

Friday, December 16, 2011  Illinois residents living in state run veteran homes may see a cost of living increase come 2013.

Friday, November 11, 2011  Every year on November eleventh, Americans reflect on the sacrifices veterans make to keep our country free.

Thursday, April 28, 2011  The school also won a $75,000 cash grant that is funded from the sales of scratch off tickets.

Sunday, December 19, 2010  Quinn said Sunday that the Operation Hero Miles program lets military families visit wounded service members recovering in hospitals around the world.