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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.

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Join the VLB for an Unaccompanied Veteran Burial at the Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery in Corpus Christi.

U.S. Navy Veteran Christopher Ray Flores will be laid to rest on Wednesday, June 10th, at 10:00 a.m.

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We're proud to share that the West Texas State Veterans Cemetery is now open for burials.

Commissioner Buckingham spoke with @KCBD11 about the importance of having a designated Veterans cemetery for our nation's heroes in the West Texas community, where families can easily visit their loved ones.

This beautiful Lubbock cemetery is the @TexasVLB's fifth Texas State Veterans Cemetery, as we continue our mission of providing all of our brave Texas Veterans with an honorable final resting place.

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During PTS Awareness Month, we honor the strength of all the service members and Veterans who fight this silent battle.

Let's work together to raise awareness and support those who struggle with their mental health on a daily basis.

Remember, help is always available and you are never alone.

For immediate assistance, Dial 988 and then Press 1 or Text 838255.

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Earlier this month, Anthony taught a special VLB TREC course to a group of REALTORS dressed for the Kentucky Derby.

It was a great class where he was able to help them learn all about our VLB programs and how to better serve their Military and Veteran clients.

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The GLO is proud to hire the men and women of our U.S. Armed Forces and provide Veterans with meaningful careers after their military service.

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We honored our Veterans and Service Members at the GLO yesterday with a special Military and Veterans Appreciation Day ceremony. 🇺🇸

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Commissioner Buckingham thanked each employee for their service to our country and presented them with a certificate of appreciation, including Texas Veterans Land Board Executive Secretary Tony Dale for his ongoing dedication to the VLB.

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Four Veterans from the Floresville Texas State Veterans Home took part in a special Memorial Day @Dreamflight. Our Veterans soared about 1,000 ft in the air in an open-cockpit airplane as a tribute to their service to our nation. We are honored to care for our Veterans every day.

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Commissioner Buckingham released the following statement remembering our fallen heroes this Memorial Day:

"As Commissioner of the Texas General Land Office and Chairwoman of the Veterans Land Board, I am proud of the work we do every day to ensure Texas Veterans have access to the benefits they have earned through their service to our country.

While we do this work, we are reminded of those who made the ultimate sacrifice to defend our nation.

Please join me on this day of remembrance as we honor those who sacrificed everything.

We are the home of the free because of the brave, and we must never forget that the freedom we cherish has always come at a cost."

Read our full press release here:
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This Memorial Day, we remember and honor the heroes in uniform who gave everything for our freedom.

As VLB Chairwoman, Commissioner Buckingham proudly ensures that our Texas Veterans, Military Members, and their families receive the support and resources that they deserve. 🇺🇸

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In honor of Memorial Day, VLB Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D., announced that the headstones of servicemembers Killed or Missing in Action will be illuminated at our four Texas State Veterans Cemeteries➡️https://t.co/pZLmRUehaj

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Commissioner Buckingham is encouraging all Texans to honor our fallen military heroes this Memorial Day at one of our Texas State Veterans Cemeteries.

Our cemeteries in Killeen, Abilene, Mission, and Corpus Christi will be hosting special ceremonies to remember and honor the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedom.

Also, the headstones of servicemembers Killed or Missing in Action will be illuminated at all four cemeteries. The grounds will be open 24hrs a day for night viewing through Memorial Day.

Click below for more details about each event:
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Please join us in remembering and honoring America's fallen military heroes at each of our Texas State Veterans Cemeteries on Memorial Day.

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Read more here:
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Congrats to our VLB outreach team for a successful weekend at the Big Country Veterans Expo in Abilene!

Over 150 Veterans attended this resource fair that we co-hosted with @TexasVeterans to connect Veterans with the benefits and services they've earned.

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We’re set up and serving Veterans at the Big Country Veterans Expo & Car Show at the Expo Center of Taylor County in the Round Building. Stop by to learn about all your Veterans benefits. We’re here until 2 pm.

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Listen to her story here:
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VLB Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is proud to introduce the next installment of the series highlighting the VLB's Texas Voices of Veterans Program.

This week, we highlight the service of Captain Ebony May, who served in the United States Air Force.

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We'll have our VLB reps on site to help Veterans, Military Members, and families learn more about the fantastic benefits and programs we offer.

More details here:
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The VLB and @TexasVeterans are hosting the Big Country Veterans Expo and Car Show in Abilene on Sat., May 16th.

Come join us at the Taylor County Expo Center from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. to meet with federal, state, and local organizations about various services available to Veterans.