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Grant Honors Fallen Veterans

Thursday, June 5

LINDSBORG, Kan. — In March, the David J. Nutt Fund, administered by the McPherson County Community Foundation, awarded a $9,295 grant to American Legion Post 140 to purchase 300 aluminum grave markers and flag holders for veterans buried in Elmwood Cemetery in Lindsborg.The grave... Read More.

Sens. Moran, Fischer, Boozman, Budd Introduce Legislation to Improve Community Care Scheduling for Veterans

Monday, February 24

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – chairman of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs – and Sens. Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), John Boozman (R-Ark.) and Ted Budd (R-N.C.) introduced legislation that would permanently authorize and expand the External Provider Scheduling (EPS) Program... Read More.

Chairmen Moran, Bost & Sen. Kennedy Introduce Legislation to Protect Veterans’ Second Amendment Rights

Tuesday, February 11

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Rep. Mike Bost (R-Ill.) – chairmen of the Senate and House Committees on Veterans’ Affairs – and Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) introduced legislation to prevent veterans from losing their Second Amendment right to purchase or... Read More.

Community Commemorates Vietnam Veterans with Tribute at Veterans Park in Great Bend

Friday, November 22

By the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce GREAT BEND, Kan. — On Monday, November 11th, 2024 the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce proudly held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the completion of the Barton County Vietnam Veterans Memorial at Veterans Park. This heartfelt tribute was... Read More.

KSHSAA to Honor Veterans and Active Military with Free Admission to Sectional Football Games

Thursday, November 14

TOPEKA, Kan. (KSHSAA.org) – Active military, veterans, and one guest are invited to watch Kansas student-athletes participating in playoff football this week at no charge. For the second year, the Kansas State High School Activities Association is pleased to provide complimentary admission to... Read More.

Vietnam Memorial Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Set for Veteran’s Day in Great Bend

Wednesday, November 6

By the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce invites the community to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Vietnam Memorial on Monday, November 11, 2024, at Veterans Memorial Park in Great Bend, Kansas. This... Read More.

Veterans Day Area Events

Tuesday, November 5

In honor of Veterans Day, Ad Astra Radio would like to thank the brave men and women who have served or are currently serving in the United States military. Here are upcoming events in the areas we cover: HutchinsonVieyra Honors Foundation Pancake Feed & Bingo... Read More.

Reno County Lights Courthouse Green in Support of “Operation Green Light for Veterans”

Monday, November 4

By Reno County Kansas RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Reno County proudly announces that the Reno County Courthouse has been illuminated green as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans, a nationwide effort by counties, the National Association of Counties (NACo), and the National Association of... Read More.

Vieyra Honors Foundation and Friendly Bingo Co-Host Veterans Day Weekend Fundraiser

Wednesday, October 30

By the Vieyra Honors Foundation HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Vieyra Honors Foundation (VHF), in collaboration with Friendly Bingo, are joining forces to host a Veterans Day Weekend Fundraiser in Downtown Hutch on November 9th. The event will kick off with the pancake feed from 9:00... Read More.

VA Delivers Record Care and Benefits to Kansas Veterans in Fiscal Year 2024

Tuesday, October 29

By the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced it delivered more care and more benefits to more Veterans than ever before in fiscal year 2024 — including to Veterans, their families, and their survivors in Kansas.These... Read More.

Lyons City Council Moves Forward with Automated Gas Meter Upgrades and Approves Veterans Day Parade Plans

Tuesday, October 22

By Lucky Kidd LYONS, Kan. — The Lyons City Council agreed Monday to proceed with a contract with Kore Services to continue the process of replacing natural gas meters with automatic reading meters. Following a lengthy discussion, the Council agreed to allot up to $100,000... Read More.

McPhersons Veterans Day Ceremony Continues Despite Parade Cancellation

Thursday, October 17

McPHERSON, Kan. — There will be a change to McPherson's Veterans Day celebration this year.The Veterans Day Parade, which normally runs down Main Street, has been canceled due to construction along the route.However, the day will still begin at 8 a.m. with a breakfast... Read More.