NEWS


Veterans Memorial Park of Jackson County Kicks Off Student Tour Season

April 16, 2024, in Scottsboro, Alabama - The Veterans Memorial Park of Jackson County (VMPJC) welcomed students from Woodville and Skyline schools for an immersive tour. Led by dedicated veteran tour guides, Gayla Mendez and Raymond Brandon, the students embarked on a journey through the Park—a journey that teaches them about the True Cost of Freedom.... Enjoy more tour photos at: https://photos.app.goo.gl/9Gf7wSCSFiFHYmjZ9


Vietnam Veterans Day

Vietnam Veterans Day is March 29. All Veterans, and especially Vietnam Veterans, are invited to attend a special event at the Veterans Memorial Park. A full description is included on the flyer.


Memorial Day Activities

There will be a wreath-laying ceremony at the Veterans Memorial Park Monday, May 29th at 9:30 a.m. with a reception to be held after the ceremony at the Veterans Hall. VFW Post 6073 and American Legion Post 30 are hosting the Scottsboro/Jackson County Memorial Day Program on Monday, May 29, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Collins Intermediate School in Scottsboro, located at 102 Legion Street.


Veterans Promote Safety at Women's Basic Handgun Class


Veterans Helping Veterans

REPAIRS PORCH FOR ONE OF THEIR OWN


VFW Post 6073 Elects New Officers


Veterans Helping Veterans

VETERANS HELPING VETERANS BUILD RAILS FOR EARLY COLD WAR ERA U.S. MARINE BUGLER By Gayla Sue Mendez


Women's Handgun Familiarization Class/Shoot


Huey Restoration Update


Veterans Helping Veterans

VETERANS HELPING VETERANS BUILD WHEELCHAIR RAMP FOR JACKSON COUNTY OLDEST VETERAN By Gayla Sue Mendez



Veterans Day Ceremony


Sand Mountain School Visit

Sand Mountain School 6th graders hosted by VFW members at Veterans Memorial Park of Jackson County


Veterans Helping Veterans

On July 27, 2022, a wheelchair ramp was completed for World War II Veteran, William H. Bohannon Jr. of McBroomHollow in Scottsboro.


New Display at Veterans Memorial Park

A new military display has been added to the Veterans Memorial Park. An Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), more commonly known as a “drone”, was assembled and installed on June 10.


Memorial Day Ceremony

A wreath laying ceremony will be held at 9 AM on Memorial Day, Monday, May 30 at the Veterans Memorial Park of Jackson County.


Veterans Helping Veterans

Veterans Helping Veterans is a local group of military veterans that volunteer their time and resources to help veterans and their families in need. The projects are funded by the local VFW and AL Posts and provided at no charge to the individuals. If you are a veteran and would like to become a member of this group of volunteers, contact the VFW Post at (256) 259-6161.


Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association® Wreath Laying Ceremony


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New Course Spotlights ‘15 Things Veterans Service Officers Want You To Know’

VFW joins VSO working group to raise awareness about veteran benefits resources


Commander Homecoming and Council of Administration

Post 12185 Hosts Commander Homecoming and Council of Administration - April 27-28 - Alabaster


Department of Alabama VFW Convention 2024

Start Planning Now for 7-9 June 2024 in Montgomery!


The 125th VFW National Convention

The 125th VFW National Convention will be held July 27-Aug. 1, 2024, at the Kentucky International Convention Center in Louisville, Kentucky.


Southern Conference 2024

The Southern Conference in Nashville, 7-9 November 2024


Click on the title below to read the full article on the VFW National website.

National Publications Contest Winners Announced for 2023-24


VFW Honors the Nation's Gulf War Veterans


Country Music Superstar Joins VFW in Asking America to 'Return the Favor'


VFW Announces Third Annual Day of Service


VFW Honors National Vietnam War Veterans Day


New Course Spotlights '15 Things Veteran Service Officers Want You To Know'


VFW Announces Top Teachers in National Contest


VFW National Commander Addresses SXSW Boycott over US Army Sponsorship


VFW Now Accepting Applications for its Annual Youth Scholarship Contests


Levin Receives VFW Congressional Award


VFW Calls on Congress to 'Meet the Challenge' for Veterans


VFW 2024 National Youth Scholarship Winners Named


VFW Celebrates Women's History Month


VFW DAV and PVA Release Independent Budget Recommendations for the Department of Veterans Affairs


VFW Action Alert: Claim Sharks Are Illegal


VFW Washington Conference App Now Available


VFW Celebrates National Black History Month


VFW Expresses Condolences, Concerns for Troops in Middle East After Deadly Drone Attack


$1.3M Donated by Sport Clips Haircuts for VFW Help A Hero Scholarships for Veterans


VFW Honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Legacy


VFW Announces Annual Publications Contest


Season's Greetings from the VFW


Happy Birthday, Space Force!


VFW Director Receives Department of Defense Patriot Award


Wounded Warrior Project Awards Grant to VFW Pre-Discharge Claims Service


VFW Honors America's Iraq War Veterans


VFW Remembers Pearl Harbor


VFW Action Alert: Stop Claim Sharks Now


Thankful for the Life We Live


Celebrating Those Who Have Worn the Nation's Uniform


Happy Birthday, Marines!


VFW Ramps Up Efforts to Combat 'Claim Sharks'


VFW, SVA Name 2023/2024 Student Veterans for Legislative Fellowship


VFW Celebrates National Native American Heritage Month Observance


VFW Uncases Its Colors Again on Guantanamo Bay


Happy Birthday US Navy!


Youth Essay Deadline Quickly Approaching


Ten Years of Supporting Veterans Continues When You 'Help A Hero' at Your Local Sport Clips Haircuts


VFW Still Serving Those Who Serve Around the World


Happy National VFW Day!


VFW Calls on Sen. Tommy Tuberville to Lift Hold on Military Promotions


3M Lawsuit Ends in Victory for Veterans


Happy Birthday US Air Force!


VFW Commemorates Hispanic Heritage Month


VFW Commemorates National POW/MIA Recognition Day


VFW Launches Exclusive Gaming League for Veterans


Have You Forgotten?


Deadline for VFW Student Veteran Advocates Nears


VFW, Sport Clips Award Nearly $750,000 to Student Veterans


Applications Open for 2023-2024 VFW-SVA Legislative Fellowship