UNACCOMPANIED VETERAN BURIAL TO BE HELD AT CENTRAL TEXAS STATE VETERANS CEMETERY
Today, Texas Veterans Land Board Chairman George P. Bush announced that on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. SHARP, the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran burial for BUCN Mark Lancaster. Born on August 3, 1955, Mr. Lancaster served in the United States Navy from January 10, 1974 to May 10, 1976. He received the National Defense Service Medal. Mr. Lancaster is not expected to have anyone attend his burial. Read More
Cmr. George P. Bush announces Texas GLO seeking experts to develop river basin flood study
Today Commissioner George P. Bush announced the Texas General Land Office (GLO) issued a request for qualifications solicitation to develop a $75 million planning study, consisting of three regionalized studies based on Texas' major river basins, to evaluate mitigation and abatement strategies to reduce disaster impacts and increase community resiliency. "Hurricane Harvey's devastation was unprecedented, but Texas continues to pull together to help one another rebuild stronger and more resilient," said Commissioner Bush. Read More
WWII VETERAN REQUESTS 100 CARDS FOR 100th BIRTHDAY
Today, Chairman of the Veterans Land Board George P. Bush asked the community for help in ensuring WWII Navy Veteran Lyndoll Hurley receives 100 birthday cards for his centennial birthday.It’s not every day that a WWII Veteran turns 100 years old. On Wednesday, January 8, WWII United States Navy Veteran Lyndoll Hurley will turn 100 years young. Lyndoll Hurley proudly served in WWII in the Navy. Please help us celebrate this momentous occasion by sending a birthday card to Lyndoll Hurley’s home at the Clyde W. Read More
RICHARD A. ANDERSON TEXAS STATE VETERANS HOME UNVEILS ANGEL TREE
The brand new Richard A. Anderson Texas State Veterans Home recently created their first Texas Veterans Angel Tree to allow family, friends and members of the community to have the opportunity to "Adopt-A-Veteran" for Christmas. The Angel Tree program at Richard A. Anderson Texas State Veterans Home gives community members the opportunity to help provide Christmas for a United States Veteran. Participants are invited to stop by the Richard A. Read More
SAVE THE DATE: SIGN UP FOR THE ANNUAL ADOPT-A-BEACH COASTAL BEND WINTER CLEANUP
Sign up today for the 16th Annual Adopt-A-Beach Coastal Bend Winter Cleanup on Saturday, February 8. Volunteers can sign up at www.texasadoptabeach.org or show up onsite to take part in a fun-filled day of giving back to our community and taking care of the Texas coast. Read More
SAVE THE DATE: SIGN UP FOR THE ANNUAL ADOPT-A-BEACH WINTER COAST WIDE CLEANUP
Sign up today for the 24th Annual Adopt-A-Beach Winter Cleanup on Friday, February 7. The Texas General Land Office Adopt-A-Beach Winter Cleanup will take place on South Padre Island at Andy Bowie Park, Access 2 off of Highway 100 in Cameron County. Volunteers can sign up at www.texasadoptabeach.org or show up onsite to take part in a fun-filled day of giving back to our community and taking care of the Texas coast. Read More
Cmr. George P. Bush announces $3.4 million in drainage and infrastructure funds for Galveston County
Today Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the Texas General Land Office (GLO) approved $3,399,435 in Hurricane Harvey funds for Galveston County to improve drainage and stormwater infrastructure. During Hurricane Harvey, the county's street and drainage system were overwhelmed due to the heavy rainfall. Local leaders prioritized the project to ensure the effective use of available funds for infrastructure improvements."Hurricane Harvey devastated communities across the Texas Coast," said Commissioner Bush. Read More
Cmr. George P. Bush announces more than $4.7 million in disaster recovery buyout funds for Polk County
Today Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the Texas General Land Office (GLO) approved $4,746,977 in Hurricane Harvey funds for Polk County to conduct a buyout program targeting approximately 50 homes most vulnerable to flooding. Polk County was overwhelmed by Hurricane Harvey as heavy rainfall caused flooding of streets and homes, threatening public health, safety, and welfare."Hurricane Harvey devastated communities across the Texas Coast," said Commissioner Bush. "These recovery funds are critical to protecting lives, homes and businesses from future storms. Read More
Cmr. George P. Bush announces $19 million in disaster recovery funds for Patton Village
Today Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the Texas General Land Office (GLO) approved $19 million in reallocated Community Development Block Grants for Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the city of Patton Village. Read More
A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS SEASON AT AMBROSIO GUILLEN TEXAS STATE VETERANS HOME
This holiday season, the Ambrosio Guillen Texas State Veterans Home is celebrating with an abundance of exciting events for residents, from Santa and Mrs. Claus gifts to a visit from Parkland School students. Additionally, Veteran residents Paul Parks and Patrick Brackeen proudly represented the home by participating in a momentous honor ceremony at the Sergeants Majors Academy.The Ambrosio Guillen Texas State Veterans Home is also starting it's very own band! Read More