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July 1, 2026

GNTC Awards First Disabled Veterans Support Scholarships

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Georgia Northwestern Technical College has announced the first recipients of the Disabled Veterans Support Scholarship, with 12 students receiving awards for the summer 2026 semester.

The scholarship is funded through voluntary state income tax return donations and was created to support U.S. military veterans with service-connected disabilities as they pursue technical education in Georgia. The program is administered by the Technical College System of Georgia Foundation and is designed to help cover the full cost of attendance, including tuition, required supplies and other real costs.

GNTC Military-Connected Services Coordinator Josh Hickman said the first semester of the scholarship program has been a success and said the 12 recipients are deserving of the support.

Recipients include students from Dalton, Rome, Euharlee, Adairsville, Rocky Face, Dallas, Canton and Cedartown. Their programs include supply chain management, healthcare management, cybersecurity, aviation maintenance, culinary arts, welding, EMS professions, automation engineering and instrumentation controls.

Eligible veterans must be enrolled in a degree, diploma or technical certificate program and provide documentation showing a service-connected disability rating.

June 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Scouts And Veterans Retire Hundreds Of American Flags In Chattooga County

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Veterans and local scouts came together in Chattooga County to honor the American flag with dignity and respect during a flag retirement ceremony at VFW Post 6688 on Memorial Drive.

June 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

VA Launches Partial Claim Program To Help Veterans Avoid Foreclosure

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The Department of Veterans Affairs has launched a new program aimed at helping veterans who are struggling financially avoid foreclosure and remain in their homes.

June 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

VA Says Prosthetic Limb Delivery Times Will Drop For Thousands Of Veterans

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The Department of Veterans Affairs says thousands of Veterans who rely on prosthetic limbs should soon receive them faster after the agency streamlined its purchasing process.

According to the VA, previous procurement rules required all prosthetic limb orders to be approved by a contracting officer, adding several weeks to delivery times. On April 22, 2026, VA Secretary Doug Collins exempted about 95 percent of prosthetic limb orders from that review process.

The change allows local purchasing agents to order directly from local suppliers when prosthetic limb prices are already set by Medicare. VA officials say that removes unnecessary review steps where no price negotiation is needed.

The VA says the changes have already reduced wait times by about 10 days. Once fully implemented nationwide, the department expects average delivery times to fall by more than 40 percent, from 94 days to 54 days.

“Every day counts for Veterans,” Collins said, adding that the changes are aimed at helping clinicians and procurement teams provide prosthetic care faster.

More than 45,000 Veterans receive major limb loss care through the VA each year.

May 31, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia’s Oldest Living World War II Veteran Celebrates 107th Birthday

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Georgia’s oldest living World War II veteran is celebrating a remarkable milestone this week.

May 29, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

VA Highlights Importance Of Spiritual Care In Helping Homeless Veterans Recover

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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs says recovery for homeless veterans involves more than simply finding housing, emphasizing that emotional and spiritual support can play a major role in helping veterans rebuild their lives.

May 23, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Town of Trion To Hold Memorial Day Ceremony Saturday

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The Town of Trion is inviting the community to come together this weekend to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to the country.

The Town of Trion will hold its annual Memorial Day Ceremony today, Saturday, May 23rd, at 1 p.m. at the Trion Veteran’s Memorial.

Community members are encouraged to attend as the town remembers and honors America’s fallen heroes ahead of Memorial Day.

May 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

We CARE Vet Fair Returning To Rome In June

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Veterans, active-duty military members, and their families will have access to a wide range of free services and resources during the upcoming We CARE Vet Fair in Rome.

April 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

VA Reports Major Improvements In Processing Veteran Benefits Claims

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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced significant progress in reducing wait times for disability claims and survivor benefits, highlighting major improvements in service for Veterans and their families.

April 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Veterans’ Trust In VA Hits Record High

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Trust in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has reached an all-time high, according to new data released by the VA.

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.