American Legion York Post 276, Giddings, Texas

10/11/2024

Please join us in helping our fellow Americans who have lost everything. We will also accept donations during our upcoming events at the Venue on the 15th and 17th at 6:30 pm.
Please contact me if you would like to drop off your donations in Lexington or Giddings.

10/10/2024

https://news.va.gov/135350/starbucks-face-the-fight-team-up-mental-health/?utm_source=middle&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=VetResources&utm_id=09OCT2024

Starbucks and Face the Fight are teaming up this year during VA's Buddy Check Week to raise awareness and prevent Veteran su***de.

10/07/2024

10/07/2024

https://www.va.gov/family-and-caregiver-benefits/ -for-spouses-dependent

As the spouse or dependent child of a Veteran or service member, you may qualify for certain benefits, including health care, life insurance, or money for school. As the survivor of a Veteran or service member, you may qualify for added benefits, including help with burial costs and survivor compens...

10/03/2024

https://department.va.gov/veterans-day/veterans-day-teachers-resource-guide/?utm_source=feature&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=VetResources&utm_id=02OCT2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Veterans Day National Committee are pleased to provide you with this easily downloadable Veterans Day Teachers

09/27/2024

https://news.va.gov/135131/protecting-yourself-others-vaccinations/?utm_source=middle&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=VetResources&utm_id=25SEP2024

Vaccines can help protect from flu, RSV, COVID-19, and pneumococcal pneumonia. These vaccines are available free of charge to Veterans receiving care at VA.

09/26/2024

https://www.memberdeals.com/vcs/?login=1

MemberDeals is the leading travel and entertainment program that offers exclusive discounts to theme parks, hotels, attractions, events, movies and more.

09/23/2024

THE FIRST SALUTE RECEIVED BY A FRESHLY COMMISSIONED SECOND LIEUTENANT IS ALWAYS SIGNIFICANT, SYMBOLIZING AUTHORITY AND PRESTIGE. WHEN I PINNED ON MY NEW AIR FORCE GOLD BARS AND STEPPED OUT TO FACE THE WORLD, I ENCOUNTERED A STAFF SERGEANT. GIVING ME A SNAPPY SALUTE, HE SAID, "GOOD MORNING, LIEUTENANT. YOUR HAT IS ON BACKWARD." AS THE YEARS HAVE PASSED, ANYTIME I BEGIN TO FEEL SELF-IMPORTANT, I REMEMBER THOSE WORDS.

09/19/2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1AzKEqpzcAM

In this episode of theSITREP, Paul covers three tips to consider when submitting a claim for VA disability. For additional information and to see which bene...

09/18/2024

A BRAND-NEW SECOND LIEUTENANT at Fort Lee, Va., I was anxious when I accompanied the inspector general through my platoon's ranks for the first time. Things progressed smoothly until we reached a private who, when asked what his job was, answered, "I rake leaves, sir." "No, soldier," the inspector general said. "I mean what would you do in wartime?" The soldier replied, "Sir, I'd rake faster."

09/12/2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BU9NTJ41Kr4

In this episode of The BLUF, after a quick reminder to make sure you have the right address on file, we take a look at some ways VA is committed to doing eve...

09/09/2024

https://iava.org/

IAVA is a community of 425,000+ members and growing. Veterans have paid their dues so membership is always FREE. Make your voice heard.

09/09/2024

https://news.va.gov/122499/login-gov-offers-new-in-person-identity-verification-for-veterans/

If you are unable to successfully upload your ID online, Login.gov now offers in-person verification.

08/29/2024

We're ready to kickoff
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What is it? This is where we present "big checks" to organizations we provide grants - so they can serve . We'll have ten stops across the Lone Star State in September and October. We do this to raise awareness of the resources available. Our first stop is in exactly one week, in South Texas.
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This year, Texas Veterans Commission awarded 181 grants totaling over $44.2 million to 161 organizations across Texas. It is projected to provide direct services to nearly 42,000 veterans, their dependents, and surviving spouses. Find services near you: https://tvc.texas.gov/directory/directory-category/grants/

08/29/2024

We are preparing to offer a citizen police academy in October. For those who may not be familiar with the course, here is a description:

The primary purpose of a citizen's police academy is to foster better understanding and communication between the community and local law enforcement.

These academies offer a unique opportunity for citizens to:

• Gain insight into police operations: Participants learn about the day-to-day activities of police officers, including patrol procedures, investigations, and specialized units.

• Understand the challenges and complexities of police work: The academy provides a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges officers face, helping to dispel misconceptions and build empathy.

• Strengthen community-police relationships: By fostering a sense of trust and mutual respect, these academies can help to strengthen the bond between citizens and their local law enforcement agencies.

• Become more informed citizens: Participants learn about legal rights, responsibilities, and the criminal justice system, enabling them to be more informed and engaged community members.
In essence, citizen's police academies serve as a bridge between law enforcement and the community, promoting a more informed, engaged, and supportive relationship.

The Citizen Police Academy will take place this October on five consecutive Wednesday evenings from 6p-7:30p. The following will be the agenda for each day:

October 2nd - Orientation, Discussion of GPD and Organization, Tour of the Police Station, Short Introduction to Dispatch, Tour of Harvey w/ Maintenance Ride.

October 9th - Criminal Investigation Division Presentation, Case Walkthrough, Hands-on Evidence Processing

October 16th - Patrol Operations, Traffic Stop Explanation, Hands-on Traffic Stop, K9 Demo

October 23rd - Use of Force Discussion, Use of Force Scenarios with Force-on-Force Equipment

October 30th - Neighboring Agency Introductions – County Attorney Martin Placke, Sheriff Durrenberger, Lee County Law Enforcement Support Organization (LCLESO), How to Be a Good Witness Exam and Certificate Presentations.

Applications need to be submitted no later than September 20th, 2024 by close of business. If you have any questions please contact Chief Weems at your earliest convenience. For application, click link:
http://uscgauxtx.us/fi/CPA_Application_PDF.pdf

08/27/2024

More Cake

Three weeks into training camp, I still hadn’t gotten used to Navy cooking and was surviving on milk and desserts. In one food line, I picked up the biggest piece of cake available and set it on my tray. The mess cook behind the counter saw the gleam in my eye and asked me if I’d like two pieces. When I eagerly answered that I would, the cook leaned over and cut my piece of cake in two.

-Jack Leonard