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Officials say 82% of veterans who used VA services in the first quarter of fiscal year 2026 reported they trust the agency to fulfill its commitment to them.
A local dental practice in Summerville is now helping make dental care more accessible for veterans in Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia.
The annual Vietnam Veterans Lunch is taking place today in Summerville, honoring those who served during the Vietnam era.
The event will be held at 12 noon at the Chattooga County Memorial Home on Memorial Drive. All veterans who served during the Vietnam era—from 1955 through 1975—are invited to attend, along with their families.
Organizers say the luncheon will include a special program recognizing the service and sacrifice of Vietnam-era veterans. Widows and widowers of veterans will also be honored, with certificates presented in memory of their loved ones.
The event provides an opportunity for fellowship, food, and time spent with fellow veterans and members of the community, as the nation prepares to observe National Vietnam War Veterans Day this weekend.
The annual luncheon is hosted by VFW Post 6688, its Auxiliary, and local volunteers.
The annual Vietnam Veterans Lunch will be held Friday, March 27, 2026, at noon at the Chattooga County Memorial Home, located at 818 Memorial Drive in Summerville.
All veterans who served at any post around the world during the Vietnam era from 1955 through 1975, along with their families, are encouraged to attend. Organizers say the event will provide an opportunity for fellowship, food, and time with fellow veterans and friends.
Widows of Vietnam-era veterans and their families are also invited as special guests. During the program, widows will be honored with a Certificate of Appreciation from the federal government, along with an Honor Certificate from the State of Georgia in memory of their husbands’ service.
Program speakers will include Georgia VFW State Commander Bill Miles and Commander Justin Hill of the United States Navy Reserve. Sunday, March 29, is National Vietnam War Veterans Day, a time set aside to thank Vietnam veterans and their families for their service, sacrifice, and dedication.
