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FMH to honor veterans with meals November 10

Thursday, November 2 by Jc Tinsley

Fairfield Memorial Hospital recognizes and appreciates all veterans who have fought for our freedom. Therefore, in honor of their service, Fairfield Memorial Hospital wishes to offer a day full of complimentary meals for any veteran who would like to join us for Breakfast, Lunch,... Read More.

Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs Honors over 100 Vietnam War Veterans

Monday, October 30 by Jc Tinsley

Vietnam War Veterans were honored and thanked on Saturday, October 28th for their service during the Vietnam War by the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs at the Illinois Veterans Home in Anna, Illinois. During the ceremony, over 100 Veterans were honored with a 50-year... Read More.

Lucas Oil Center to provide free car washes for veterans and service personnel through Grace For Vets

Thursday, October 26 by Jc Tinsley

Once again this Veteran’s Day, area Veterans and Service Personnel can have their vehicles washed, for free, at Lucas Oil Center on North Green River Road through the Grace for Vets program. Grace for Vets is a non-profit organization whose mission is to honor those... Read More.

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Governor Rauner completes 3rd annual ride to Springfield to support veterans

Monday, September 25 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today completed his 3rd annual “Governor’s Ride to Springfield," supporting Illinois Veterans organizations and the Honor Flight of Illinois. The ride, which departed from Chicago’s western suburb of Countryside this morning, traveled down historic Route 66 making stops in Dwight, Lexington and Lincoln, before arriving... Read More.

Jesse White’s New Law Helps Veterans Gain Employment in the Trucking Industry

Tuesday, August 22 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White is making it easier for military veterans to get jobs in the trucking industry. Senate Bill 822, initiated by White and signed into law by the governor, allows for an exemption from the Commercial Driver License (CDL) knowledge... Read More.

Veterans and Gold Star Family Day at the 2017 Illinois State Fair

Wednesday, August 9 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) in cooperation with the Illinois Department of Agriculture and the Illinois State Fair invite veterans and their family members to enjoy a day at the Illinois State Fair on Sunday, August 13, 2017. In addition to all... Read More.

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Severin Surprises Veterans Service Officers and Volunteers with Recognition

Tuesday, June 20 by Jc Tinsley

State Representative Dave Severin visited the Veterans Affairs Department in Marion, to honor several Veterans Service Officers and volunteers for the work they do for Veterans. Ed Humphrey of AMVETS, Gregory L. Strong of the VFW, William Slider of American Legion, and Denton Vaughn... Read More.

Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs Honors 35 Vietnam War Veterans

Thursday, March 30 by Jc Tinsley

Vietnam War Veterans today were honored and thanked for their service during the Vietnam War at the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs Veterans Home in LaSalle, Illinois. During the ceremony, a total of 35 Veterans were honored with a 50 year commemoration pin and... Read More.

Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs Hosts 75th Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Ceremony

Wednesday, December 7 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) hosted a Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day ceremony at the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Hall—Chapter #15, 25 Club Area (Lake Springfield), in Springfield. The ceremony honored all Pearl Harbor survivors and paid tribute to the more than 2,400... Read More.

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Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs Honors 24 Korean War Veterans

Friday, November 11 by Jc Tinsley

Korean War Veterans today received their long overdue Korean War Medal at the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs Veterans Home in Manteno, Illinois. During the ceremony, a total of 34 Veterans were honored with 24 Veterans receiving the Korean War Medal. Illinois Army National... Read More.

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Stories tagged with: veterans

FMH to honor veterans with meals November 10

Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs Honors over 100 Vietnam War Veterans

Lucas Oil Center to provide free car washes for veterans and service personnel through Grace For Vets

Governor Rauner completes 3rd annual ride to Springfield to support veterans

Jesse White’s New Law Helps Veterans Gain Employment in the Trucking Industry

Veterans and Gold Star Family Day at the 2017 Illinois State Fair

Severin Surprises Veterans Service Officers and Volunteers with Recognition

Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs Honors 35 Vietnam War Veterans

Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs Hosts 75th Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Ceremony

Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs Honors 24 Korean War Veterans

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