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Gov. Pillen, NDVA Host Veterans and Families at Annual Welcome Home Dinner

Aug. 12, 2024

(LINCOLN, NEB.) — On Friday evening, Governor Jim Pillen hosted veterans and their family members for the state’s annual Welcome Home Dinner. The event, which started in 2016,... Read More

The Nebraska State Capitol lit purple for Purple Heart Day in 2022.

Nebraska State Capitol to Shine Purple on Purple Heart Day

Aug. 1, 2024

LINCOLN, NEB. — In honor of Purple Heart Day, the Nebraska State Capitol will be illuminated in purple light on August 7, weather permitting. In addition, a proclamation... Read More

Ribbon Cutting Held for Honor Neighborhood at Eastern Nebraska Veterans’ Home

Jul. 12, 2024

BELLEVUE, NEB. — On Thursday, June 6, Governor Jim Pillen, Nebraska Department of Veterans’ Affairs (NDVA) Director John Hilgert, and other officials and partners hosted... Read More

Nebraska’s World War II Recognition medal design was revealed by Gov. Pillen (right) during the Victory in Europe Day proclamation ceremony, where he was joined by Nebraska Adjutant General Maj. Gen. Craig Strong and NDVA Director John Hilgert (left to right).

Gov. Pillen, NDVA Announce World War II Veteran Recognition Program

May. 9, 2024

LINCOLN, NEB. — Applications are now open for Nebraska’s World War II Veteran Recognition Program, an initiative from Governor Jim Pillen and the Nebraska Department of Veterans... Read More

NDVA Accepting Applications for DPAA Grant Assistance Program

May. 1, 2024

NEBRASKA (MAY 1, 2024) — The Nebraska Department of Veterans’ Affairs (NDVA) is now accepting applications for the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) Grant Assistance... Read More