Veteran's & First Responder Affairs Veteran & Military Connection VETERAN'S DAY PARADE Sat., Nov. 7, 2020, line up starts at 8:30 a.m., parade starts at 10 a.m. on historic Broadway, Ave. to the the Civic Center parking lot on Ave. M. This year's theme is "UNITED AS ONE." This year's grand marshalls are Purple Heart & VFW Members. Register at www.loshermanosfamilia.org/ veteran-s-day-parade
November is Military
Family Appreciation Month
ach year the President signs E a proclamation declaring November Military Family Month. MEET LUBBOCK COUNTY'S NEWEST DEPUTIES: Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine!
SPECIAL VISIT FROM SOME SPECIAL FIREFIGHTERS: Lubbock Fire Department visited the homes of the 3 winners with firemen and fire truck to congratulate the winners of a fire safety art contest sponsored by Lubbock Youth Leadership. Firefighters offered a presentation of fire safety and tasks to motivate the young artists. A special " THANKS " to Fire Stations 1 & 4 for mentoring and sharing their time with Lilah, Lindy, and Sabastian!
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This annual proclamation marks the beginning of a month-long celebration of the Military Family in which the Department of Defense and the nation will honor the commitment and sacrifices made by the families of the nation's service members. Throughout the month of November, military families serving around the world are honored through a variety of observances and recognized for their commitment and the many contributions they make every day in support of the military and our nation. Efforts to recognize the sacrifices of the military family by Active, Guard, and Reserve leaders are being joined and supported by DoD or-
ganizations to include the Army Air Force Exchange Service, Defense Commissary Agency, and others. Community leaders, businesses, and military bases and posts are teaming up to recognize military families through special events such as: open houses, fun runs, family fun nights, and community dinners; discounts at MWR facilities, local business and sporting events; and special recognitions during community activities throughout the month of November. Contact your local MWR or Family Services offices to learn more about events scheduled in your area. And thank you o all families for your service and sacrifice from Latino Lubbock Magazine.
Celebrate the 245th Marine Corps Birthday
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he Marine Corps' Birthday will celebrated on Sunday, November 10th. This is the 245th Birthday of the United States Marine Corp. There are times throughout the year when veterans reflect on what it means to be a veteran, when they honor their fallen comrades on Memorial Day, or celebrate veterans on Veterans Day. However, the Marine Corps birthday brings leathernecks back to a time surrounded by their brothers and sisters.
For some Marines, it serves as more of a nostalgic day that reflects both Memorial Day and Veterans Day -- it's a time where Marines focus on their brothers in arms, remembering the good, and staring off into the distance as sorrow washes over them for all of their fellow Devil Dogs who gave their lives for our freedom. This Marine Corps birthday, reach out to Marines and let them know you appreciate them. Happy Birthday Marines from Latino Lubbock Magazine!
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FREE LEGAL ADVICE FOR U.S. VETERANS, Spouses, and Families Tuesday, November 10, 2020, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Advice covers civil legal issues including: Child Support/Custody – Divorce – Veterans’ Benefits/Issues – Landlord/Tenant Matters – Wills/Estate Planning, Federal Tax Issues – Driver’s License Restoration – Expunctions. Contact Christina Richey at 806-763-4557, ext. 6010, to schedule an appointment. TSTC'S VETERAN SERVICES program allows area military veterans to take advantage of a scholarship opportunity to attend Texas State Technical College, visit https://www.tstc.edu/veterans PURPLE HEART SOUTH PLAINS OF TEXAS CHAPTER MEETINGS 3rd Saturday at 110 a.m., at American Legion, 6628 66th St, in Lubbock. For more info call Steve Oien at (707) 592-4598. VETERAN SUICIDE HOTLINE If you know someone is actively considering suicide, call the veterans' suicide hotline at 1 (800) 273-8255. It's a service rendered by the Department of Veterans Affairs. DISABILITY.GOV This U.S. federal government website gives information on disability programs and services. It helps find information on how to apply for disability benefits, find a job, get health care or pay for accessible housing. www.disability.gov
Important Numbers
Teléfonos de interés para los veteranos
CRISIS LINE 1-800-273-TALK(8255) "Press 1 for Veterans" U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs 806-472-3420 Lubbock Vet Center 806-792-9782 or 877-927-8387 2-1-1 Information and Referral Información y referencia
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