Tennessee Department of Veterans Services

Happening Now! The Governor's Tri-Star and Stripes Council is conducting their quarterly meeting in Nashville. The Council consists of 13 members, including members of the Lee administration, the Tennessee General Assembly, local leaders, key veterans service organizations and a military family representative across the state of Tennessee. The Council takes the following actions to position Tennessee as a leading state for service members, Veterans and their families to work, live and prosper: - Increase coordination between all state agencies related to military and veterans - Ensure collaboration of key public and private military and Veteran's programs - Promote Tennessee as the best state in the nation for military and veterans by pursuing strategic initiatives to enhance their quality of life • • • #TNVeterans

Mr. Frank Baxter, an unclaimed Veteran who served in the U.S. Air Force, will be laid to rest at the West TN State Veterans Cemetery on Monday, July 22, 2024, at 1pm CST. Mr. Baxter was a Vietnam Veteran who was awarded numerous awards during his service to our country, to include the Purple Heart and the Air Force Commendation Medal. The West TN State Veterans Cemetery is located at 4000 Forest Hill Irene Rd, Memphis, TN 38125. • • • #TNVeterans

Female Veterans and eligible dependents If you are curious about your VA benefits, join the Women Veterans Program this Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 10am - 1pm (CST) at Northside Lions Center, 2998 N Highland Avenue, Jackson, TN 38301. • • • #TNVeterans

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and Tennessee Department of Veterans Services Commissioner Tommy Baker announced the launch of the Tennessee Veteran Ready Business Program. This initiative aims to recognize Tennessee businesses that demonstrate exceptional commitment to recruiting, hiring, and retaining service members, Veterans, and their families. “The Tennessee Veteran Ready Business Recognition Program reinforces our state’s commitment to being the best place in the nation for Veterans to live, work, and raise a family,” said Gov. Bill Lee. “I am filled with immense pride as we introduce the Tennessee Veteran Ready Business Recognition Program. The program’s primary focus is to recognize Tennessee businesses that go above and beyond in their efforts to Recruit, Hire, and Retain service members, Veterans, and their families,” said Commissioner Tommy Baker. Visit www.tn.gov/veteran for more information. • • • #TNVeterans

Happy Fourth of July! 🎆 On this day, we proudly celebrate the birth of our nation and the cherished values of freedom and independence. As we enjoy the holiday, let's also express gratitude for the brave men and women who are currently serving or who have served in the US Armed Forces for safeguarding these principles. Your sacrifices and dedication make America the land of the free and the home of the brave. Wishing everyone a safe and joyous Independence Day! • • • #TNVeterans

“The Tennessee Veteran Ready Business Recognition Program reinforces our state’s commitment to being the best place in the nation for Veterans to live, work, and raise a family,” said Gov. Bill Lee. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and Tennessee Department of Veterans Services Commissioner Tommy Baker announced the launch of the Tennessee Veteran Ready Business Program. This initiative aims to recognize Tennessee businesses that demonstrate exceptional commitment to recruiting, hiring, and retaining service members, Veterans, and their families. “I am filled with immense pride as we introduce the Tennessee Veteran Ready Business Recognition Program. The program’s primary focus is to recognize Tennessee businesses that go above and beyond in their efforts to Recruit, Hire, and Retain service members, Veterans, and their families,” said Commissioner Tommy Baker. Link to program details in the comments. • • • #TNVeterans

Groundbreaking Update! The Tennessee Wings of Liberty is a current project of the Ft Campbell Historical Foundation. This museum will represent and honor the service and sacrifice of all those who have served or currently serving in the 101st Airborne Division, 5th Special Forces Group, and 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment. For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/eShhjbyW • • • #TNVeterans

June is recognized as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Month and June 27 is National PTSD Awareness Day. Please, join us in supporting those battling this illness. To learn more, visit: https://lnkd.in/ggTgJY4h • • • #TNVeterans

The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary is the uniformed, non-military volunteer component of the United States Coast Guard. Congress established the unit on June 23, 1939, as the United States Coast Guard Reserve. On February 19, 1941, the entity was renamed the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. us • • • #TNVeterans

SHORT NOTICE The Jackson Rockabillies would like to invite all Veterans out to attend tonight's game at 7pm (Thursday, June 20, 2024) FOR FREE! The address is The Ballpark at Jackson, 4 Fun Place, Jackson, TN 38305. POC for any questions is Megan Holt at 731-988-8908 with the West Tennessee Veterans Coalition. • • • #TNVeterans