MEEKER — He was part of what has become known as the Greatest Generation. Orval LaBorde, a much-decorated veteran, died Saturday morning. He served in the Marines during World War II.
Tag: Veterans
County residents asked to donate for soldiers
RBC — I have been sending care packages to soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan for nearly thre emonths to date. I am working through the organization www.soldiersangels.com.
Veterans’ benefits expanded
RBC — Many veterans living on the Western Slope, to include the Utah counties of San Juan and Grand, will benefit by recent changes in VA policy and law. One change was a mileage allowance increase from 11 cents to 28 cents a mile for veterans living more than 50[Read More…]