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Operation Restore Honor

On the 60th Anniversary of the Korean War, the President of the Republic of Korea would like to thank all Korean War Veterans for their achievements.  He would like to do so by sending a Letter of Appreciation.  Please contact the Ottawa County Veterans Service Office for further details, (419)898-2089 or click here to be redirected to the Letter of Appreciation website.

Ohio Attorney General Issues Arrest Warrant

Have you seen this man? A nationwide arrest warrant has been issued for "Bobby Thompson", director of the US Navy Veterans Association.

Terra Community College makes Military Friendly Schools list

In November 2009, the voters of the State of Ohio passed legislation to approve a War Bonus for Persian Gulf, Iraq (OIF) and Afghanistan (OEF) veterans.  Please contact the Ottawa County Veterans Service Office for further details, (419)898-2089.

Recently there has been discussion amongst veterans regarding a proposed increase in service-connected compensation.  Please click the following link from the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) for more information.  http://www.dav.org/news/NewsArticle.aspx?ID=324

In an August 2, 2010 letter to Governor Strickland, the Veterans Day National Committee has recognized Columbus and North Olmsted, Ohio as Regional Sites for the observance of Veterans Day 2010.  Please see the attached letter from the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

The Department of Defense has released the 2011 BAH rates.  Click here for further details.

New grants are available to assist homeless or low income veterans.  Click here for further details.

All federal benefits will be changing over to electronic deposit by March 1, 2013.  Beginning May 1, 2011, anyone receiving federal benefits for the first time will automatically receive through electronic payment.  For more information click here.  To update the way you receive your VA benefits, please contact the Ottawa County Veterans Service Office at (419)898-2089.

The Department of Defense announces Vietnam War 50th Anniversary Commemoration Program.  Click here to read the press release.

Applications for the 2011 Ohio Women's Veterans Conference are now available.  Reservations are required.

The VA has issued an update on Cost-of-Living Adjustment for Veterans Compensation and Pension Benefits in 2011.

The Department of Defense announced the launch of an interactive simulation designed to help those dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).  Click here to read the press release.

The Ohio Department of Veterans Services released how the Ohio Veterans Homes ranked in satisfaction.  Click here to read press release. 

The VA has published final regulations to aid veterans exposed to Agent Orange in Korea.  Click here for more information.

The last known American veteran from WWI turned 110 on February 1, 2011 in Charles Town, West Virignia.  Click here to read the article on Mr. Frank Buckles.

The VA recently announced new and enhanced benefits for caregivers of veterans.  Click here for more information.

The University System of Ohio has established a statewide standard for recognizing military education.  Click here to read the press release.

An advisory from the National Guard Bureau (NGB) was issued regarding the Veterans Affairs Services (VAS).  Click here to read the advisory.

Groundbreaking began on Monday, March 28, 2011 for the new Toledo VA clinic.  The new facility is currently scheduled to open Fall of 2012.  Click here for news article.

The Department of Defense has launched an online career transition training for service members.  Click here for more information.

The VA has released a Foreclosure Avoidance Guide for VA-backed mortgages.

The Ohio Secretary of State has announced a program to honor veterans.  For more information on "Vote in Honor of a Veteran" click here.

A portion of State Route 105 and State Route 163 in Oak Harbor has been dedicated as Army Sgt Keith Kline Memorial Highway.  Click here for further information.

The deadline to apply for stop-loss through the Department of Defense is nearing on October 21, 2011.  Click here to read the press release issued by the Department of Defense.