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World War II Veteran receives Governor’s commendation during 99th birthday celebration

November 1, 2021November 1, 2021 Brandon Miller

Dr. Woodward Durham Lamar, a World War II Veteran and American hero, celebrated his 99th birthday on October 31 in […]

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ADVA Appeals & Review Division Hosts First Successful Virtual Board of Veterans Affairs Hearings at Remote Locations

August 20, 2021 Brandon Miller

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected every corner of Alabama while disrupting the delivery of public services leading state government to […]

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New Parking Arrangements Announced for Jefferson County Veterans Service Office

July 30, 2021 Brandon Miller

Parking for the Jefferson County Veterans Service Office in downtown Birmingham will change on Monday due to nearby construction. Clients […]

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Shelby County Veterans Service Office Closed Week of July 19 for Relocation to new Columbiana Office

July 16, 2021July 16, 2021 Brandon Miller

The Shelby County Veterans Service Office will be closed the week of July 19 as it transitions to a new […]

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SBVA Approves New State Veterans Home to be Named After Medal of Honor Recipient Bennie G. Adkins

July 12, 2021June 16, 2022 Brandon Miller

The Alabama State Board of Veterans Affairs (SBVA) approved naming the new state Veterans home in Enterprise after U.S. Army […]

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Alabama G.I. Dependent Scholarship Program Expands to Include Programs for Students with Intellectual Disabilities

June 24, 2021June 24, 2021 Brandon Miller

The Alabama G.I. Dependent Scholarship Program now allows more inclusivity after Gov. Kay Ivey recently signed House Bill 554. The […]

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Which New State Laws Will Affect Alabama Veterans and When?

May 26, 2021May 26, 2021 Brandon Miller

Alabama State Legislators had Veterans in mind during the 2021 Regular Session. With the session ending shortly before Memorial Day, […]

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World War II Veteran Celebrates 100th Birthday with Parade at State Veterans Home

May 21, 2021May 27, 2021 Brandon Miller

Henry Burgess watched with enjoyment Friday morning at the William F. Green State Veterans Home in Bay Minette as a […]

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Governor Kay Ivey, State Legislators Align for New Veterans Suicide Prevention Initiative

May 14, 2021May 14, 2021 Brandon Miller

MONTGOMERY — Governor Kay Ivey announced Friday a new statewide suicide prevention initiative for Service Members, Veterans, and their Families […]

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Minor League Baseball Teams Announce Military Specials for 2021

May 10, 2021May 18, 2021 Brandon Miller

Minor League Baseball returns this May after a year off due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Around the state, the Montgomery […]

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