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Gov. Pillen presents a recognition medal to World War II veteran Don Graper at the Central Nebraska Veterans’ Home. Seated next to him are fellow veterans Dr. John Finkner (left) and Doug Graul (right). Also pictured are NDVA Director John Hilgert (far left), Senator-elect Stan Clouse (right), and Senator John Lowe (far right).

Gov. Pillen, NDVA Honor World War II Veterans at Central Nebraska Veterans’ Home

Dec. 11, 2024

KEARNEY, NEB. — On December 10, Governor Jim Pillen joined Nebraska Department of Veterans’ Affairs (NDVA) Director John Hilgert in presenting World War II recognition medals to... Read More

Offutt Air Force Base BX Enhances Support for Veterans and Families with New Resource Center

Oct. 31, 2024

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE – On October 31, 2024, Governor Jim Pillen joined military representatives and leadership from the Army & Air Force Exchange Service in a ribbon-... Read More

NDVA Hosts 3rd Annual Nebraska Women Veterans Symposium

Sep. 30, 2024

KEARNEY, NEB. – The Nebraska Department of Veterans’ Affairs (NDVA) hosted its 3rd annual Nebraska Women Veterans Symposium September 28 and 29 in Kearney. Over 100 women... Read More

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, is... 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