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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: glo.texas.gov/about-glo/pres…

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. 🇺🇸

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➡️glo.texas.gov/about-glo/pres…

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: glo.texas.gov/about-glo/pres…

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

Read more here: glo.texas.gov/about-glo/pres…

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.

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.

Listen to her story here: glo.texas.gov/about-glo/pres…

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.

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: bigcountryhomepage.com/news/big-count…

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.

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.

Join the VLB for an Unaccompanied Veteran Burial at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen. U.S. Army Veteran Dale Carl Wiese will be laid to rest on Wednesday, May 27th, at 11:00 a.m.

Today is Children of Fallen Patriots Day. Our hearts go out to all of the military children whose parents gave their lives while in service to our country. We will never forget their sacrifices, and we will always be here to support you. ❤️ #ChildrenOfFallenPatriotsDay

Thank you to the millions of Americans who support our Service Members and their families from the home front. National #HomeFrontHeroes Day is all about honoring the civilians and communities who stand behind our troops and lift them up every day.

He covered stories in Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom and earned the Combat Action Ribbon along with Meritorious Service Awards. Watch his full interview here: vimeo.com/1157329328?fl=…

VLB Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is proud to introduce the next installment of the series highlighting the VLB's @VoiceOfVeterans Program. This week, we highlight the service of Jonathan Hernandez, who served in the U.S. Air Force as a Combat Journalist.

Today is #MilitarySpouseAppreciationDay! Being married to a service member isn't easy, so we want to thank every military spouse for their incredible sacrifice, commitment, and support. Thank you for always being there for our nation's heroes. ❤️

Anthony hosted a Lunch and Learn TREC class last month for a wonderful group at Guild Mortgage. All 20 attendees received CE credit for participating in our VLB course. Our next class will be in League City on May 13th!