EPISODE · May 26, 2024 · 22 MIN
Daughter of D-Day soldier talks about her father and next week's remembrance of the battle; teaching teenagers about the United Way's 2-1-1 service.
from WTOL 11 Leading Edge · host WTOL 11 - Toledo Ohio
Carol Ann LaBounty – daughter of D-Day paratrooper It’s Memorial Day weekend - a day for remembrance of those who have died in service to our country. In a matter of weeks, Carol Ann LaBounty and her family will undertake a journey thousands of miles away. They’re headed to Normandy, France. This year marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day, when allied forces stormed the beaches at Normandy in what was a devastating battle in World War II. Carol and family will honor her father who made quite a name for himself. Today we honor Carol Ann LaBounty and her dad P-F-C George Rajner - a paratrooper - a member of East Company, 2nd Battalion, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment assigned to the 101st Airborne Division of the United States Army better known as the BAND OF BROTHERS. Wendy Pestrue - President & CEO - United Way of Greater Toledo United Way 211 is a free and anonymous information and referral service available to anyone in Lucas, Ottawa or Wood County with a health or human service need. 211 has a database of thousands of different health and human service resources for residents of Lucas, Ottawa and Wood counties. It connects the community with resource advisors 24/7 to get information about: food, housing and utility assistance; employment services; childcare; healthcare; legal services; veteran services; tax preparation services and so much more. Now, the United Way is making an effort to educate teenagers about the service.
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