VFW Post 9180

Junior Vice Commander White and the Companions of Mystic Tie #3 donated over 30 books to the Lancaster Veteran's Library. The books ranged from Self Help to Financial Literacy.

The 2026-2027 Texas VFW Department Calendar is now available for download and print! This essential resource is designed to help our members, Posts, and Districts plan their activities and observances effectively.

Inside the calendar, you'll find
◼Commemorative Dates per Bylaws
◼Military Birthdays
◼Observed Holidays
◼Department Deadlines
◼Department Events

Stay organized and make the most of this upcoming fiscal year! Download your calendar here: https://bit.ly/4mMlEHe

💫 A Place Where Sacrifice Will Never Be Forgotten

Some memorials honor those who served. Others honor battles, dates, and moments in history. The Gold Star Families Memorial stands for something equally important—the families who carried the weight of that sacrifice long after the battlefield grew silent.

On September 27, 2026, Kaufman County will dedicate a new Gold Star Families Memorial Monument through the efforts of the Woody Williams Foundation and our local community. This monument joins a nationwide movement inspired by Medal of Honor recipient Hershel “Woody” Williams, whose mission was to ensure that Gold Star Families always have a place where their loved ones are remembered, honored, and never forgotten. The Foundation has helped establish memorials across all 50 states and continues to expand that legacy today.

What makes these monuments unique is that they are not simply monuments to loss. They are monuments to legacy. Each memorial tells the story of Homeland, Family, Patriot, and Sacrifice, reminding future generations that freedom has always come at a cost borne not only by those who served, but also by the families who loved them.

For Gold Star Families, these memorials provide a permanent place of reflection, remembrance, and community. For the rest of us, they serve as a reminder that behind every name etched into our nation’s history is a family whose life was forever changed.

As we approach this dedication, may we take a moment to remember that gratitude is more than words spoken on Memorial Day or Veterans Day. It is a commitment to ensure that the sacrifices of our fallen service members—and the families they left behind—are never forgotten.

To our Gold Star Families: this monument stands as a lasting promise that your loved ones’ legacy will endure for generations to come. 🇺🇸⭐️

Gold Star Families, please R.S.V.P. to:
GSM Debbie Emard at 214-394-1523 or
Kaufman County VSO, Rob Hunter at 469-376-4644

📅 Sunday, September 27, 2026
🕑 2:00 PM
📍 Kaufman County Veterans Memorial Park
3800 S Houston St, Kaufman, TX

VLB Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is honored to announce that the West Texas State Veterans Cemetery will be recognized as part of the National Purple Heart Trail.

A Purple Heart Ceremony, which will include the signing of a proclamation, will take place at the cemetery on Wednesday, June 17th, at 9:00 a.m.

Please join the Texas VLB and the Military Order of the Purple Heart, USA, Chapter 900 for this special ceremony to honor the cemetery and pay tribute to the heroes who gave everything to protect our way of life.

More details here:
https://www.glo.texas.gov/about-glo/press-releases/save-date-land-commissioner-buckingham-announces-west-texas-state-veterans

💙 Did You Know?

VA offers women-centered care and primary care resources designed specifically for Women Veterans.

From preventive care and mental health support to women’s health services and maternity care coordination, VA is committed to providing personalized, respectful care at every stage of life.

Want to learn more about the benefits and resources available to you?

Join us at the Southwest Women Veterans Enrollment Summit!

📍 San Antonio, Texas
📅 July 24–25, 2026

Connect with VA representatives, enrollment support teams, resources, and a community built for Women Veterans.

✨ Click the link or scan the QR code in the graphic to register and learn more.
https://whova.com/portal/registration/bIpBmx5GL4oTJcmYk45h/

Because you served – and you deserve care designed with you in mind.