NEXT GEN WARRIOR: SUCCESS AFTER SERVICE
Today, Veterans Land Board Chairman George P. Bush announced the launch of Next Gen Warrior, a new series formed as part of the ongoing Voices of Veterans oral history program. The program’s mission is to provide inspiration for Iraq and Afghanistan era Veterans as they step off the battlefield and into civilian life.Every Veteran has a story to tell, and the Voices of Veterans program ensures these stories of courage and service can inspire Texans for generations to come. Read More
COMMISSIONER BUSH ANNOUNCES TARRANT COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S COURT APPROVAL OF LAND FOR 10TH NURSING HOME
Today, Veterans Land Board Chairman George P. Bush released the following statement announcing the Tarrant County Commissioner’s Court unanimous vote to approve the donation 12 acres of property for the creation of the Texas Veterans Land Board’s 10th Veteran’s Home. “Caring for our Veterans is not merely an option, but our duty as patriots,” said Chairman George P. Bush. “We are extremely grateful to Tarrant County for their generous donation of 12 acres of property to aid the VLB in expanding services for Texas Veterans. Read More
MEDIA ADVISORY: PURPLE HEART DAY CEREMONY
On Wednesday, August 7, the Frank M. Tejeda Texas State Veterans Home will host a Purple Heart Day Ceremony honoring the brave men and women who have been wounded in combat fighting for our nation and freedom. Residents, family members, staff and guests will join together for a formal ceremony followed by a reception.State of Texas Purple Heart Auxiliary President, Joyce Dalton will lead the ceremony in prayer and the pledge of allegiance and Sr. Read More
CMR. BUSH ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF “MAIL DROP: MAIL FOR VETS” PROGRAM
Today, Texas Land Commission George P. Bush announced the launch of “Mail Drop” a new program geared towards creating community engagement with Veterans in the Texas State Veterans Homes run by the Veterans Land Board. The program will begin with a trial run in the Lamun-Lusk-Sanchez Texas State Veterans Home, in Big Spring, Texas. The program seeks to generate awareness within our community regarding the day to day lives of the men and women who admirably served our great nation. Read More
UNACCOMPANIED VETERAN BURIAL TO BE HELD AT THE CENTRAL TEXAS STATE VETERANS CEMETERY
Today, Texas Veterans Land Board Chairman George P. Bush announced that on Tuesday, July 30th, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. SHARP, the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran burial for Mr. Melvin Harry Klingbeil. Born in January of 1937, Mr. Klingbeil served in the United States Army from January 13, 1958 to July 10, 1958. Mr. Klingbeil is not expected to have anyone attend his burial. Please help us spread the word and ensure that our United States Army Veteran is not buried alone. Read More
MEDIA ADVISORY: RICHARD A. ANDERSON TEXAS VETERAN HOME NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
The Richard A. Anderson Texas State Veterans Home is now accepting applications for Veterans to live in the brand-new, well accommodating Veterans home. The home was built specifically to assist and care for the brave men and women who served our country. The Richard A. Read More
CMR. BUSH ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF NEW TEXAS VETERANS LAND BOARD WEBSITE
Today, Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the launch of the new Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB) website. The redesigned website allows the VLB to efficiently and effectively serve Texas Veterans and their families by placing information only a click away. The redesigned website offers quick access to essential information for Veterans who wish to access benefits offered by the VLB. Read More
TIME CHANGE: VLB TO HOST TEXAS VETERANS BENEFITS FAIR IN LUBBOCK ON JULY 13TH
A free “come and go” benefits fair for Texas Veterans will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, July 13, 2019, at the Lubbock VA Outpatient Clinic. The fair, targeting all area Veterans, military members and their families, is one of several held throughout the state in 2019. Officials from the Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB) will be on hand to provide information on state programs including land, home and home improvement loans, as well as Texas State Veterans Homes and Cemeteries for Veterans and military members in Texas. Read More
MEDIA ADVISORY: SCULPTURE UNVEILING CEREMONY
The Alfredo Gonzales Texas State Veterans Home announced plans to celebrate Independence Day with the unveiling ceremony of an Iwo Jima Raising the Flag sculpture. This intricate piece was carved out of wood six years ago by Harry James, a 101 year-old Navy veteran, and was donated to the State Veterans Home. The hand carved figure will be displayed in a glass case in the Alfredo Gonzales Texas State Veterans Home lobby. The unveiling ceremony will begin on Thursday, July 4, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. in the Alfredo Gonzales Texas State Veterans Home. A BBQ for our Veterans will follow. Read More
VLB to host Texas Veterans Benefits Fair in Lubbock on July 13th
LUBBOCK - A free “come and go” benefits fair for Texas Veterans will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 13, 2019, at the Lubbock VA Outpatient Clinic. The fair, targeting all area Veterans, military members and their families, is one of several held throughout the state in 2019. Officials from the Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB) will be on hand to provide information on state programs including land, home and home improvement loans, as well as Texas State Veterans Homes and Cemeteries for Veterans and military members in Texas. Read More