Honor365

08/07/2026

We honor and remember all Purple Heart recipients. 💜

On this day, General George Washington introduced the Badge of Military Merit—what we now know as the Purple Heart—an honor for “any singularly meritorious action.” In the brutal final stretch of the Revolutionary War, Washington did something radical: he created a decoration that could be awarded to rank-and-file soldiers, not just officers. That choice spoke volumes about the kind of nation he hoped would emerge—one that valued merit, service, and sacrifice over pedigree.

Here’s a detail many don’t know: Washington ordered that the original badges be made of purple cloth, heart-shaped and hand-stitched, and he personally recorded the names of early recipients in regimental books so their deeds wouldn’t fade. The award fell into disuse after the Revolution and wasn’t revived until 1932—on the bicentennial of Washington’s birth—when it officially became the Purple Heart we recognize today, honoring those wounded or killed in action. Its roots trace back to a commander who believed ordinary soldiers deserved extraordinary recognition.

07/30/2026

We honor all of you. 🇺🇸

Provo Fire & Rescue

07/28/2026

When Did Su***de Become "Less Than"?

Somewhere along the way, our country began treating Veterans who died by su***de as though their service somehow became less worthy of honor because of how their life ended.

Less worthy of recognition.
Less worthy of remembrance.
Less worthy of the nation's gratitude.
We disagree.

No one is asking anyone to diminish the extraordinary sacrifice of those killed in action. Their sacrifice is unique, and it should always be honored.

But when did we decide that a Veteran who survived war, carried invisible wounds, and ultimately lost that battle somehow became less deserving of honor?

Did they serve less?
Did they wear the uniform with less pride?
Did they swear a different oath?
Did their family love them any less?

The circumstances of their death are different. Their service is not. Their family's grief is not.

Their sacrifice to this nation is not erased because the wounds that claimed them were invisible instead of visible. That is why Green Star Families exists.

Not to replace Gold Star.
Not to compete with Gold Star.
Not to diminish anyone else's sacrifice.

But to ensure that the families of Veterans lost to su***de are seen, remembered, and recognized, not treated as though their loved one's service somehow became less worthy of honor because of how their life ended.

Honor should never depend on the cause of death.

No family should feel invisible.

***de

07/22/2026

We honor you, Lt. Feehan. 🇺🇸

07/21/2026

We honor you. 🇺🇸

Southern Utah University

JUST IN: Southern Utah University confirmed that 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan, 25, who was killed in Jordan while supporting a U.S. mission against the Islamic State group, was a current MBA student and graduate of the school's Army ROTC program. The university said Feehan was just weeks away from completing his degree, which will be awarded posthumously.

Feehan was one of two U.S. soldiers killed in Jordan. SUU plans to honor his service during this week's Pioneer Legacy Celebration.

Read more: https://www.ksl.com/article/51600029/

✍️: Devin Oldroyd, KSL
📸: Brice Tucker, Deseret News

07/19/2026

We are heartbroken.💔 Remembering the one. Remembering them all. ❤️‍🩹

Provo Fire & Rescue

Heartbreaking Update: A fundraiser has been created for the daughter who lost her parents and three brothers in the devastating flash flooding near a Wayne County campground.

The fundraiser identifies the victims as a Mona, Utah family including Spencer Long, his wife Katrina, and their sons Reid, Thayne and Gage. Organizers say the family's daughter, Lydia, survived but is now facing the unimaginable loss of her entire immediate family.

Spencer Long was a member of Provo Fire & Rescue

Katrina Long was the Cofounder of Summit Medical Spa.

The money raised will help cover funeral and memorial expenses, housing, counseling, daily living costs and other needs as Lydia begins to rebuild her life.

The tragedy unfolded Friday near Sunglow Campground, outside Bicknell, after heavy rain triggered flash flooding. Three family members were found Friday evening, and two others were located following an extensive search Saturday.

My thoughts are with this young woman as she faces life without her family and all who knew and loved this beautiful family.

07/03/2026

We honor you.🇺🇸

This is pretty cool! Stacie Jorgensen, who is a Sandy City Fire Department firefighter, was selected as the July firefighter of the month for the national publication Fire Dept. Coffee.

Stacie is battling cancer and giving it one heck of a fight. She’s married to my friend and baseball teammate Jeff Jorgensen. He’s also a Sandy firefighter and told me about this selection, which is a big deal in the firefighting world. Here’s the write up they did on her:

https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/blogs/foundation-news/a-firefighter-fighting-for-her-life-supporting-sandy-city-and-stacie-jorgensen

07/02/2026

Salute to our wildland firefighters. 🇺🇸

07/02/2026

Help us make a difference. 🇺🇸

TRAUMA'S TOLL: 9/11 first responders with PTSD show signs of accelerated aging across multiple organs nearly two decades after the attacks.

Researchers found 114 proteins and seven metabolites significantly altered in responders diagnosed with PTSD compared to those without it.

The findings reinforce a growing view that PTSD is a "whole-body illness" — not simply a mental health disorder — with lasting effects on the heart, kidneys, liver and lungs.

07/02/2026

As we celebrate the Fourth of July, Honor365 proudly joins our nation in commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence through the America250 celebration nationwide.

This Independence Day, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and enduring spirit of those who secured our freedom and those who have defended it throughout the generations. We remember the military service members, veterans, first responders, and their families whose service continues to strengthen our communities and preserve the liberties we cherish.

The freedoms we enjoy today were secured through service, sacrifice, and an unwavering commitment to one another. As we gather with family and friends, may we also take time to reach out to someone who has served. A simple conversation, a phone call, or a heartfelt "thank you" can make a meaningful difference.

At Honor365, our mission remains steadfast: serving military service members, veterans, first responders, and their families with honor and integrity while working toward a world without su***de.

From all of us at Honor365, we wish you and your family a safe, meaningful, and happy Fourth of July as you celebrate 250 years. Together, let us celebrate America's past, strengthen our communities today, and inspire the generations who will carry our nation's legacy forward.

Happy Independence Day!