Scams involving veterans have been reported and veterans should be cautious about giving out information. Veterans Service Officer Wayne Kleinschmidt says one scam involves persons posing as Veterans Choice, or veterans accidentally call the wrong number. He advises veterans to only call the number printed on the back of their Veterans Choice card and says […]
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Workshop helps beginning farmers, ranchers, veterans understand ABCs of USDA, other agencies
Openings remain for a free Sept. 18 workshop to help beginning farmers, ranchers and veterans learn about resources offered by state and federal agencies. “Understanding the Alphabet Soup of USDA” workshop for beginning farmers and ranchers will be held 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 18, at Follis Hall, Fredericktown, said Richard Proffer, MU Extension business […]
Veteran counselor to be in Trenton July 7
A Vet Center Counselor from Kansas City will be at Trenton VFW Post 919 July 7. The counselor will provide free confidential help to veterans and families of active duty military from 8 o’clock that morning to 1 o’clock that afternoon. Topics discussed include stress management, post traumatic stress disorder, and marriage counseling. No information […]
Things to do this weekend in Chillicothe and Milan
Activities tonight at Milan include a carnival, steak supper, and a truck and tractor pull. They are part of the Old Timers Reunion being held this weekend. Jones and Company Carnival is located at the new Sullivan County Expo Center and Fairgrounds operating from 6 until 10 o’clock tonight. The Elks Lodge offers a rib […]
Princeton VFW to hold Veterans service event
The Princeton VFW will hold a Veterans Service Event this Saturday, October 15 from 1 to 3 o’clock in the afternoon. A District One Service Officer will be there to answer questions. Those attending are to take a copy DD-214 or separation papers. Donuts and coffee will be offered to all veterans and family at […]
American Legion to hold “Walk for Veterans” in St. Joseph
The American Legion has announced that it will hold a “Walk for Veterans” through downtown St. Joseph, Mo., on Oct. 29. Leading the Walk will be American Legion National Commander Charles E. Schmidt and Department (state) Commander Elizabeth Gonzales. “The purpose of this Walk is to raise public awareness about the crucial issues facing America’s […]
Survivors and Dependents Educational Assistance program offers opportunities to veterans
The Survivors and Dependents Educational Assistance program offers education and training opportunities to eligible dependents of Veterans who are permanently and totally disabled due to a service-related condition or of Veterans who died while on active duty or as a result of a service-related condition. You may receive up to 45 months of education benefits. […]
Driver needed for shuttle bus to take veterans to doctors
Veterans services officer Wayne Kleinschmidt of Trenton says there’s an immediate need for a driver or drivers to take veterans to doctor’s appointments. The shuttle, based at Trenton, serves veterans from throughout the area. Potential drivers need to pass a drug screening, background check, and a physical. More information is available by contacting Wayne Kleinschmidt […]
Veterans service officer to be available to local veterans
During the day on March 4th, from 9 am to 1 pm at the VFW Hall in Trenton, a veterans officer will be present to help with any VA paperwork you may have. All veterans are asked to bring all VA paperwork in their possession, as well as military separation paperwork. Active Military are always welcome […]