Texas VLB

Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is thrilled to share the success of the Collin County Veterans Expo this past weekend!

More than 300 Veterans attended this six-hour outreach event in Allen, hosted by the VLB, Texas Veterans Commission, and Credit Union of Texas.

These Veterans received helpful resources and support and connected with the VLB to learn all about how to access our fantastic benefits and services.

"As Chairwoman of the VLB, answering Veterans’ questions about the many benefits they have earned through their service is one of the fundamental things we do at the Texas General Land Office (GLO) and VLB." - Commissioner Buckingham

Read more:
https://www.glo.texas.gov/about-glo/press-releases/texas-land-commissioner-buckingham-vlb-celebrate-successful-collin-county

On this day in 1775, the U.S. Army Chaplain Corps was established to provide spiritual, moral, and emotional support to our soldiers and their families.

Today, we're proud to celebrate their 251st anniversary and honor these religious leaders for their guidance and support.

VLB Outreach Rep. Travis got to speak with a packed room of Veterans and community members at the Central Texas VA Health Care System's Townhall and Resource Fair.

Thank you to Victoria McAdoo for hosting such a wonderful outreach event and allowing us to connect with Central Texas Veterans!

Join the VLB for an Unaccompanied Veteran Burial at the Texas State Veterans Cemetery at Abilene.

U.S. Army Veteran Steven Louis McCarley will be laid to rest on Thursday, August 6th, at 11:00 a.m.

Please help us spread the word, and if you have the opportunity, please come out and attend.

We will always ensure that no Veteran is buried alone.

U.S. Army and World War II Veteran Wiley Tow is asking for 100 cards for his 100th birthday celebration!

Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., encourages the Amarillo community and Texans statewide to participate in our 100 for 100 program by sending a birthday card to Mr. Tow, who will be turning 100 on Friday, August 14th.

The public is also invited to attend Mr. Tow's birthday celebration at the Ussery-Roan TSVH at 2 p.m on that day.

If you're interested in attending, click below to RSVP:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=zzkR2KXx6UKgyEUU5AAulmfIk57_RYtMr96zyqJO7HlUREZBN1BDS0RWVUNENlg5TTVJNlRFVTlVVi4u&route=shorturl&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Mailing address and details here:
https://www.glo.texas.gov/about-glo/press-releases/save-date-us-army-and-world-war-ii-veteran-amarillo-asks-100-cards-his

On National Hire a Veteran Day, we want to thank our incredible team of Veterans at the Texas Veterans Land Board.

We're proud to provide the men and women who have served our country with meaningful careers after their military service.

As always, we appreciate all of you for your hard work and leadership.

VLB Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is proud to introduce the next installment of the series highlighting the VLB's Voices of Veterans Oral History Program.

This week, we highlight the service of Corporal Wayne Terwilliger who served in U.S. Marine Corps during World War II.

After seeing extensive combat in Saipan, Tinian, and Iwo Jima, Mr. Terwilliger decided to return to college and pursue a career in professional baseball.

Listen to his story here:
https://www.glo.texas.gov/about-glo/press-releases/voices-veterans-corporal-wayne-terwilliger-shares-his-story-service-united

Join us in person or online on Tuesday, July 28, at 10 a.m. for the Veterans Land Board meeting in Austin. Citizens will have an opportunity to learn more about VLB's previous and next land sales, hear an update on Texas State Veterans Homes and Cemeteries, and much more! Link to live webcast here➡ https://www.youtube.com/live/bsr7aqmk4yY?si=bonFCIAiKojUSA9l

Earlier this month, VLB Outreach Rep. Travis gave a VLB benefits presentation to a group of Veterans in San Antonio.

He also taught a TREC Continuing Education course for the wonderful Texas REALTORS who joined us.

Thank you to everyone who attended! It was such a great event!