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Join the Nevada News Group’s Steve Ranson on KKOH Radio (780 AM) on Friday at 4:30 p.m. as he discusses veterans’ events in the Reno-Sparks area.
Salute to Service game
A special day awaits veterans when the University of Nevada presents the Salute to Service game on Saturday at Mackay Stadium.
A tailgate for veterans and their families will begin at about 3-3:30 p.m. At least eight veterans from the Nevada State Veterans Home will be at the game, and organizers are also inviting all veterans’ organizations to attend the game and festivities.
A presentation tentatively involving 57 Gold Star flags carried by both the University of Nevada’s ROTC students and student veterans will be carried onto the field.
The ticketing team is offering a veterans and military personnel discount tickets to the Nov. 2 Salute to Service game.
For tickets go to https://nevadawolfpack.evenue.net/list/ATH and then click “Enter Promo Code” in top right corner. Enter code “SALUTE” and gain access to the discounted tickets. Tickets are $10 for the general admission section for those who wish to use this promotion.
Veterans Day
• Veterans will be treated to a free breakfast on Nov. 11 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Fallon Convention Center.
The event begins with opening ceremonies and then breakfast for the first 500 veterans. New Millennium is the sponsor.
• The Veterans Day parade in Virginia City begins at 11 a.m. on C Street, while the Reno parade begins at 11:11 a.m. on Virginia Street.
To participate in the Virginia City parade, complete the online event form by going to https://visitvirginiacitynv.com/parade-entry-form/.
The annual Veterans Day Parade Reno is Nov. 11 at 11:11 a.m. in downtown Reno.
• Nevada Rural Counties RSVP Program, Inc. announces the fourth annual Veterans Pancake Breakfast sponsored by Nevada Rural Counties RSVP Program, Inc. in partnership with the Carson City Elks Lodge #2177.
This special event will take place on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, from 9-11 a.m. to honor and celebrate the service and sacrifices of our veterans. The Elks Lodge is located at 515 N. Nevada St.
All senior veterans and their families are invited to join us for a pancake breakfast as we come together to recognize those who have served our country. Hosted at the Elks Lodge #2177, this annual tradition is our way of giving back to the brave men and women who have selflessly served.
• Nov. 11 at 12 p.m. a BBQ for Veterans Day at Vet Mech Arms in Fernley. This is a fundraiser for the Nevada Veterans Coalition and other veterans organizations.
Stop by their shop or call to learn more about this event at 775-294-5458.
AUSA dinner
The Association of the United States Army Veterans Day dinner speaker on Nov. 8 is Maj. Gen. Ondra Berry, the retired adjutant general of Nevada.
Deadline to register for dinner is Nov. 1.
A social hour begins at 5 p.m. followed by dinner at 6 p.m. The cost is $58 per person. The dinner will be held at the Tamarack Casino, 13101 S. Virginia St., Reno.
For additional information, contact David Sousa, 775-544-8786 or vfwsousa@gmail.com
RSVP online at https://www.ausa-westmoreland.org.
Berry served as the Adjutant General for the State of Nevada from 2019-2024. He was the senior uniformed Nevada National Guard officer responsible for formulating, developing and coordinating all policies, programs and plans affecting more than 4,700 Nevada Army and Air National Guard personnel.
Appointed by the Governor of State of Nevada five years ago, Berry was the principal advisor on all National Guard issues and responsible for both the federal and state missions of the Nevada National Guard.
This is Berry’s first public appearance following his retirement last week.
VVA 989 Camos to Classroom
The annual Camos to Classroom scholarship program is rapidly approaching.
The event is Nov. 16 at the Renaissance Hotel Ball Room,1 South Lake St., in Reno. The evening includes no-host cocktail hour, silent auction, live entertainment by the University of Nevada, Reno jazz ensemble, dinner, program and presentation of scholarships.
The featured speaker is Nevada’s newest adjutant general, Brig. Gen. D. Rodger “Dan Waters.
General seating is $140 per person, and there’s assigned seating. Sponsor opportunities are also available.
For questions, call Brigitte Stafford at 650-888-2564.
This is a nonpolitical event sponsored by the Vietnam Veterans of America, Nevada chapter 989 Veterans Benefit Foundation.
To order online, go to vvaReno989.org.
Wreaths Across America
The annual Wreaths Across America program is less than two months away, but the fundraising to place a wreath on every veteran’s grave is continuing for the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery at Fernley.
The Wreaths Across America remembrance ceremony is planned for Dec. 14 at 9 a.m. at the NNVMC.
To order a wreath for Fernley’s NNVMC event, go to nnvc.org and click on Wreaths Across America for the pdf form, or mail your donation to: Nevada Veterans Coalition; P.O. Box 415; Fernley, NV 89408. If you're on their mailing list, you'll soon receive your donation information in the mail to sponsor a wreath or you can go to the Nevada Veterans Coalition website (supportnnvc.org) and click on the Wreaths Across America logo with “DONATE” on it to sponsor a wreath.
Nevada Guard retiree monthly meetings
• The Nevada Air Guard’s monthly breakfast is on the second Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. at the Reno Elks Club.
• The Nevada Army Guard’s breakfast is on the second Monday of the month at 8 a.m. at the Carson City Elks Club. (November will be on Nov. 18). The group would really like to increase participation. Currently, the group has about 20-25 regulars.
Remember there is no charge from the Elks for the breakfast.
Each meeting normally features a guest speaker. Guests are welcome.
Caregiver Support Program
The Caregiver Support Program (CSP) announces the launch of its innovative “Safe Transfer” series of videos and an accompanying tip sheet designed specifically for caregivers assisting Veterans with body mechanics and transfers.
These videos feature essential tips and skills tailored to aid caregivers in facilitating safe transfers, including transfers for beds, wheelchairs, toilets, and tubs. In addition, caregivers can use the accompanying tip sheet as a comprehensive guide, offering insights into proper transfer techniques, caregiver body mechanics, and key considerations throughout the transfer process.
Developed by a dedicated CSP workgroup, which includes occupational and physical therapists, this comprehensive library of resources aims to enhance the safety of Veterans within the comfort of their homes.
To access these resources, visit CSP’s website, where you'll find the tip sheet and a dedicated YouTube playlist: https://www.caregiver.va.gov/Tips_Tools.asp.
Veterans Upward Bound
Veterans Upward Bound at Truckee Meadows Community College in Reno welcomes veterans. TMCC can help with academic advisement, college applications, educational benefits, academic review and referrals to community resources.
Veterans Upward Bound is a U.S. Department of Education program for veterans. For information call 775-829-9007 or email vub@TMCC.edu. The website is vub.tmcc.edu.
Veterans Parents Act
The Education Flexibility for Veteran Parents Act will allow veterans with children to access full housing benefits provided through the G.I. Bill regardless of whether that program is in person or online.
The G.I. Bill is an essential tool for many veterans to advance their education. Currently, veterans who are parents and pursuing their education online are only eligible for half of the G.I. Bill’s available housing benefits. This requirement often forces parents to choose between attending in-person classes to receive full benefits or staying at home with their children.
DEERS station opens in Carson City
A new Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) station in Carson City promises to give uniformed service members in the Capital City region improved access to the Department of Defense’s database that includes information for each uniformed service member (including active duty, retired, and reserve component individuals), DOD civilians, and other personnel as directed by the DOD.
The new Carson City station, located within the Office of the Adjutant General, 2460 Fairview Drive, replaces the recently-closed DEERS station in Reno at the Military Services Support Center, 685 E. Plumb Lane. Reno does retain a DEERS station just a short distance from Plumb Lane at the Nevada Air National Guard Base, 1776 National Guard Way.
DEERS enrollment is essential for those seeking a military common access card or a Uniformed Services identification card. DEERS registration is also required for TRICARE eligibility and enrollment.
To make an appointment, go to https://idco.dmdc.osd.mil/idco/ (use the location “AG HQ Nevada.”) Due to security issues, walk-in appointments are not possible.
To request an appointment at the Reno DEERS station, go to: https://airbasescheduler.com/fss/ or call 775-788-4523.
For information about identification card processing at Naval Air Station Fallon, call 775-426-2808.
Vet Tix has tickets to events
Veteran Tickets Foundation (Vet Tix) is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides free tickets to sporting events, concerts, performing arts, and family activities to currently serving military members, veterans of all eras, and immediate family of those killed in action.
Since 2008, Vet Tix has provided over 25 million free event tickets to over 2 million members.
In 2018, Vet Tix launched 1st Tix, which provides the same benefit to our nation’s first responders, including current and retired law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMTs, and 911 Dispatchers.
These events help service members, veterans, and first responders reduce stress, strengthen family bonds, build lifelong memories, and encourage them to stay engaged with American life and their local communities.
Vet Tix spends over 98 percent of its revenue on its programs, ensuring we give back to those who have given so much.
Visit VetTix.org and 1stTix.org to learn more.
Military articles and news briefs are compiled by the Nevada News Group. Questions may be directed to SNMGmilitaryeditor@gmail.com.