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U.S. Air Force Capt. John Costa reunites with daughters Ally, left, and Tally after the Sirens of TI performance Tuesday at the Treasure Island hotel-casino. Costa returned home two weeks early to surprise his family after a year's deployment in Afghanistan.

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Veterans and elected officials gathered at Henderson’s Cornerstone Park, where a field of 500 flags was set up to mark Memorial Day.

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May 25, 2025 - 5:48 pm

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Las Vegas Valley veterans to compete in winter sports event in Colorado

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