As Veteran’s Day celebrations commence, it is important to acknowledge the story of our nation’s heroes.

Veterans Day is this Saturday, Nov. 11.Lots of places in Houston are offering freebies and/or discounts if you are a veteran.

YETI has released a line of limited-edition Veterans Day tumblers to raise funds benefiting military families.

HOUSTON – Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner will be honoring the men and women who have served in the military during a special Veterans Day event. The 23rd Annual Houston Salutes American Heroes will be held virtually, due to coronavirus concerns, on Wednesday beginning at 10:45 a.m. There will be a moment of silence at 11 a.m.KPRC 2′s former anchor and Vietnam veteran Bill Balleza will be emceeing the event. There will also be a singer, bagpiper and an induction ceremony for new recruits, among other things. People interested in participating in the event can watch the ceremony online by clicking here, or they can dial in to listen.