November 9, 2024 Issue, Page 18 of 18

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6B+ SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2024 The Elk City News 8 ways to honor veterans Millions of people make con- r siderable sacrifices to protect the oterange? freedoms of their fellow citizens. According to the Pew Research Center and data from the Depart- ment of Veterans Affairs and the US. Census Bureau, there are cur- rently more than 18 million living veterans in the United States. The LIPSCOMB 2021 Census counted 461,240 v erans in Canada, according to Vet- erans Affairs Canada. ‘The term “veteran” refers to 2. Get involved with veterans’ begin one. a person who served in the ac- affairs. Support veterans by vol- 6. Hire veterans to work. If you tive military, naval, air service, or unteering with organizations that are a business owner or hiring space service and was discharged assist them, such as the VA, local manager, consider hiring veterans or released under conditions oth- veteran’ groups, VA hospitals, or for open positions at your compa- CHRYSLER DODGE Jeep, RAM er than dishonorable. In the US., charities dedicated to veteran ser- ny. It can be challenging to re-en- there are actually five types of vices. ter the workforce after service, so make it known that your firm wel- LipscomBCuHrYSLERDoDGEJEEPRAM.COM protected veterans, according to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Read- 3. Petition for veteran speakers. Reach out to schools, scout troops comes veterans. justment Assistance Act of 19; or other groups and arrange oppor- 7. Offer personal acknowledge- Under VEVRAA, a veteran may tunities for veterans to share their ments, Take the time to speak to be classified as a disabled veteran, stories and contributions. Learning veterans and thank them for their recently separated veteran, active about the sacrifices these men and service. If possible, when dining duty wartime or campaign badge women made can heighten indi- out, ask the server if you can pay veteran, or Armed Forces service viduals’ appreciation for veterans. for the meal of a veteran who also medal veteran. 4, Support the families of veter- is dining that day. Veterans deserve respect and ad- ans. Reach out to veterans’ families, 8. Don't forget the fallen veter- miration all year long, but also get who also must make sacrifices and ans. Although Memorial Day is their own holiday each November. designed to honor those who lost concessions. Anything from shop- Veterans Day celebrates veterans’ their lives through military service, ping, babysitting, doing chores, or patriotism and willingness to sac- making a meal can help the fami- people still can honor the fallen rifice and serve. This Veterans Day, lies of veterans. veterans on Veterans Day by shar- people can consider these eight 5. Make a donation. If finances ing stories or placing flags at veter- unique ways to honor the veterans allow, make contributions to repu- an cemeteries. in their community. table charities that provide services Veterans Day is celebrated on 1. Attend events. Organize or for veterans like those that offer November 11, marking an oppor- participate in local Veterans Day mental health counseling or job tunity to express one’s gratitude celebrations, such as parades and placement se If there isn't a and support for the scores of vet- ceremonial events. charity that fits with your vision, erans who have served honorably. VETERANS DAY Small Enough Know You, Large Eno “Rural Personal Servic * “Metro Technology” ais. Famh Quality, affordable healthcare right here, right now. ™ 106 N. Main St. Elk City 501 South L.L. Males Avenue Cheyenne, Okla. 73628 580-243-2020 Roger Mills 580-497-3336 www.doctorlisawalker.com Hot Hospital www.rmmhonline.com We at Great Plains Bank would like to thank each Veteran for their service. Without you we would not be here today. The commitment to providing America with our daily freedom is something we will never forget. VETERANS DAY 1210 S. Main St, Elk city 080.225.0100 Great Plains Bank 110 N. Broadway, Sayre MEMBER FDIC a Www.elksupply.com