The rough economy is causing more Texoma veterans to seek support for the first time.
Wichita County Veteran's Office says the need is out there right now. Veterans are needing help to file claims and paperwork. Service officers are keeping busy by helping vets in surrounding counties.
Donald Adams, Vietnam Veteran who lives in Vernon comments, "This is a big help and a service. It's a good deed that they are doing coming out to Vernon to help us veterans." Adams waited patiently in line at the Vernon's Veterans Office. He does not have a way to get to Wichita Falls so he is getting much needed help to file paperwork. Adams says, "Now that I'm having a little conflict with the paperwork these people are going to help me get things figured out."
Marcia Rossi, a Wichita County Vet Officer travels to surrounding counties to help vets just like Adams. Rossi comments, "Right now there are a lot of people who are turning to the VA for support for any monetary help that they can get." She says in a rough economy more vets are coming forth finally asking for help.
Rossi helps vets and widows file claims for pension, disability, home loans, and medical care, which not an easy process. In addition she adds, "It's so much confusion to a veteran when they get this letter and it says all this stuff and they think, what is this telling me. It's easier to come to the benefits office and let the councilor go through it and explain what they need." More Vietnam Veterans are stepping forward in Texoma, something Rossi is happy to see because Texoma wants to take care of its military vets.
If you are a veteran needing assistance you can call the Wichita County Veteran's Office at (940) 716 - 8599. They can answer your questions or refer you to your local VA Office. The VA Office recommends anyone needing help to call and make an appointment.
Wednesday, May 23 2012 5:28 PM EDT2012-05-23 21:28:57 GMT
Beautiful Weather Continues!Under clear skies and light winds, temperatures will bottom out near 50 degrees around sunrise Sunday morning. Then, with lots of sunshine, we'll warm to around 70 degrees by
Mostly clear tonight with lows in the 70s. South winds remaining at 15-25. Sunny and hot/breezy for Thursday. High near 100. South winds at 15-25.
Tuesday, May 22 2012 11:45 PM EDT2012-05-23 03:45:17 GMT
Hispanic Community leaders and parents met at Sam Houston Elementary Tuesday evening. Leaders presented a list of bilingual recommendations they want the Wichita Falls Independent School District to implement
Hispanic Community leaders and parents met at Sam Houston Elementary Tuesday evening. Leaders presented a list of bilingual recommendations they want the Wichita Falls Independent School District to implement.
Tuesday, May 22 2012 11:20 PM EDT2012-05-23 03:20:46 GMT
Since before World War II, Sheppard Air Force Base has been serving not only the United States Air Force, but also Texoma. Without the base it's arguable that Wichita Falls would be nowhere close to the
Since before World War II, Sheppard Air Force Base has been serving not only the United States Air Force, but also Texoma.
Wednesday, May 23 2012 7:39 PM EDT2012-05-23 23:39:49 GMT
More than half a million dollars has just been awarded to the city of Holliday. It's all coming from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. The funds would go towards home repairs and
More than half a million dollars has just been awarded to the city of Holliday. It's all coming from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs.
Wednesday, May 23 2012 6:49 PM EDT2012-05-23 22:49:27 GMT
Agriculture is thriving in Texoma and farmers say this years wheat harvest is exceptional. The wheat crop is very good this year, a surprise to many Texoma farmers. Zach Parker, with Parker Ranch, commented,
Agriculture is thriving in Texoma and farmers say this years wheat harvest is exceptional.
EPIC SLINKY IS EPIC Oh, just the adventure of a brave and dogged slinky on a treadmill, set to the best music possible. Source: youtube.com / via: kottke.org posted on May 23, 2012 07:01 AM
Wednesday, May 23 2012 1:42 PM EDT2012-05-23 17:42:19 GMT
From swimming and volleyball to dance, basketball and gymnastics, Wichita Falls YMCA is offering a number of camps and programs this summer. All sports camps will be at the Bill Bartley Family Branch.
Wichita Falls YMCA is offering a number of camps and programs this summer. All sports camps will be at the Bill Bartley Family Branch. For more information call (940) 761-1000 or click here.
Wednesday, May 23 2012 12:01 PM EDT2012-05-23 16:01:02 GMT
Nebulas is a professional Vegas style show that combines acoustic percussion, electronic music, and out of this world lighting and effects. It will show at Wichita Theatre on the following days: Jun
Nebulas is a professional Vegas style show that combines acoustic percussion, electronic music, and out of this world lighting and effects.
Wednesday, May 23 2012 9:21 AM EDT2012-05-23 13:21:18 GMT
MIAMI (AP) - A Miami college student plans to plead guilty in federal court to threatening President Barack Obama on Facebook. A plea hearing is set for Wednesday afternoon for 20-year-old Joaquin Amador
MIAMI (AP) - A Miami college student plans to plead guilty in federal court to threatening President Barack Obama on Facebook.
