Category: Veterans

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Hines VA Hospital expands outpatient clinic hours

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Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital has expanded operating hours at its six outpatient clinics in suburban Chicago, with the final locations implementing new schedules in late September. The expanded hours seek to improve access to care and accommodate the diverse needs of community veterans. The locations and updated hours are:...

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Plano American Legion Post #395: Improvements, Halloween event

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The Plano American Legion Post #395 is updating their Legion building from a grant approved from Home Depot. They have painted the upstairs hall, updated the washrooms, and laid new flooring upstairs. Further improvements will be made in the downstairs meeting hall and bar, replacing doors, and repairing the roof....

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Kifowit Honored as 2024 Legislator of The Year

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Illinois State representative Stephanie Kifowit (D-Oswego) has been awarded the 2024 Legislator of the Year Award by the Illinois Association of County Veterans Assistance Commissions (IACVAC). The award was presented during IACVAC’s Banquet Awards Ceremony in East Peoria, Illinois. The prestigious award recognizes her unwavering dedication to advocating for Illinois...

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Legislation enhances support for veterans

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State representative Stephanie Kifowit (D-Oswego) announces that several key pieces of legislation have been signed into law that will significantly enhance support for military veterans, service members, and their families throughout Illinois. This comprehensive legislative package passed with unanimous bipartisan support in both the House and Senate and underscores Illinois’...

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Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 band “Salute to the Services”

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Aurora resident and Air Force veteran John Muschler stands Thursday, June 27 during "Salute to the Services" by Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 band. Muschler serves as Post 84’s sergeant-at-arms.

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Honors for veterans

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June holds great significance for the military and veterans. It is a time to honor and pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country. As we celebrate Flag Day June 14, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by our military...

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Plano American Legion Post #395 Memorial Day ceremonies

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The Plano American Legion Post #395 held Memorial Day ceremonies at Veterans Walkway (Route 34 and Center Street in Plano) and at Little Rock Cemetery (North Center Street) honoring veterans who have given their lives to their country.

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Help available for veterans to modify homes

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State representative Stephanie Kifowit (D-Oswego) is proud to announce the passage of groundbreaking legislation aimed at easing the financial burden on disabled veterans who need to modify their homes to accommodate their disabilities. Senate Bill 2751, which Kifowit sponsored, received unanimous support in the House, where it passed May 15....

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Distinguished Navy chaplain and Medal of Honor “The Grunt Padre.” Fr. Capodanno, killed in Vietnam in 1967

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They called him the grunt padre. Fr. Vince Capodanno, a distinguished Maryknoll missionary, priest and Navy Catholic chaplain, was known for joining Marines (grunts) heading into combat. Fr. Capodanno was profiled Tuesday by guest speaker Army Lt. Col. Mark Helms (Ret.) at Navy League Aurora Council 247’s May meeting at...

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Memorial Day Ceremonies in Plano May 27

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The Plano American Legion Post #395 will lead the Memorial Day Ceremonies at the Veterans Memorial at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 27, at Route 34 and Center Street. Plano Mayor, Mike Rennels, will read any new names for the Veterans Memorial Walkway in the park. The Plano American Legion, Auxiliary,...

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Illinois State representative Stephanie Kifowit helps to prevent veteran suicide

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Illinois State representative Stephanie Kifowit (D-Oswego), a proud U.S. Marines veteran, has been appointed to the Breakthrough Therapies for Veteran Suicide Prevention Program Advisory Council and continues her steadfast work to prevent veteran suicide and improve mental health care for those who have served our Nation. “I am deeply honored...

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Legislative victories help military veterans’ causes

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Illinois State representative Stephanie Kifowit (D-Oswego) achieved significant legislative victories last week, successfully navigating seven critical bills through committee. Among the bills passed out of committee are measures aimed at improving mental health care for youth in foster care, supporting members of the National Guard and Reserves in pursuing higher...

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Help for veterans in Naperville area

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Naperville Responds, a nonprofit, provides free housing needs for veterans. Founded in 2009, the volunteer group assists veterans in a 20-mile radius of Naperville with building, real estate, financial and legal needs. Work is done by licensed contractors at no cost to qualified veterans. Visit napervilleresponds.org for more information. —Al...

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Representative Kifowit seeks veterans’ improvements

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This week, Illinois State representative Stephanie Kifowit (D-Oswego) introduced a bill aimed at improving workplace information for veterans across the State. The proposed legislation mandates the creation and distribution of a comprehensive veterans and service members’ benefits, services, and protections poster by the Department of Veterans Affairs, made available by...

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Aurora Navy League dinner Tuesday, Feb. 20

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The Aurora Navy League Council 247 will hold its Tuesday, Feb. 20 dinner meeting at the private room of the Riverview Diner, IL-25 and Mill St, Montgomery. A reception will begin promptly at 5 p.m. followed by a meeting at 5:30 p.m. with dinner afterward. The cost is $25 all-inclusive...

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Public can find information for veterans February 2

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The public is invited to attend a no-cost event Friday, Feb. 2 to learn more about resources for veterans and browse veteran-owned businesses. The event will be held at Batavia VFW Post #1197, 645 South River Street in Batavia beginning at 10 a.m.. The resource fair and business showcase will...

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