The wall will grow apples, sour cherries, raspberries, kiwis, grapes and garlic plants, along with other fruits and herbs. Hoar said the hope is to teach people about growing their own food.

The wall, a replica of the Vietnam Wall that’s located in Washington, DC, is 375 feet in length and 7.5 feet high. It includes the names of 58,281 men and women who died during the war.

UT Medical built the Wall of Distinction four years ago. There are now 26 names on the wall, honored for their service to our community.

As the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Tribute Wall stands in Bossier City this week, there are many names listed that are of special meaning to retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Pat Hanisee. Particularly ...