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Remember Richard and his service to our country and community.
Local veterans work to restore Desmond Doss’ childhood home
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - The Lynchburg Area Veterans Council is working to improve the childhood home of a famous World War II hero in order to help other veterans. The house that sits at 1309
Two plaques presented to Lynchburg Parks & Rec and Accutech
Yesterday we finally presented two plaques to Parks & Rec and Accutech for their great help with the Honor and Remember tree planting. Tom Current gave a very touching speech how the three sisters of
From Struggles to Triumphs: The Resilience of Lynchburg’s Veterans
This article just came out in the "Forest Living Magazine" and it is very appropriate for the Christmas season as it shines a bright light on LAVC for our steadfast efforts in helping our veterans
Honor & Remember the 14 Lynchburg area Soldiers and Marines who never made it HOME.
Please Join us Saturday October 14th @ Linkhorne Middle School Blackwater Creek Trail Extension @ 11:00 AM w/ Guest Speaker Desmond T. Doss Jr. The son of Lynchburg Native and Medal of Honor recipient Desmond
Tom Current HONORED at Gala Event
Last Saturday evening there were over 400 people gathered downtown at the Lynchburg Grand Hotel for the Honored Gala Event hosted by Andre Whitehead recognizing the movers and shakers in the community. I nominated Lynchburg
Grand Opening: Man at Arms Ministry
LVAC was able to attend the grand opening of a new Veterans' Sanctuary in Bedford County on the Big Otter River, run by Brian and Raquel Moore with "Man at Arms Ministry." Veterans will be
Desmond Doss, the Medic Who fought a War without a Weapon | Hidden History with Brian Bullock
Lynchburg, Virginia is a beautiful city located just east of the Blue Ridge Mountain and is also the home of WWII hero Desmond T. Doss. Doss, who inspired the film, Hacksaw Ridge, was drafted by
Homes for Heroes Partnership Announcement
Homes for Heroes offers Lynchburg Area Veterans Council members exclusive access to a nationwide network of real estate and mortgage specialists committed to providing real savings to its members. We help LAVC supporters save an
LAVC Car Show!
The rain almost stopped a good day, but we showed up anyway.
Monument Troop Rally Veterans Day 2022
Community gathering in honor of Veterans Day and weekly troop support.
‘The past recaptured’: Desmond T. Doss’ childhood home in Lynchburg helps homeless veterans today
For 112 years, the childhood home of Desmond T. Doss has stood tall on Garfield Avenue in Lynchburg, blending in well on the city’s presidential streets. Like many others in the area, the early-1900s built
‘Just one more’: Lynchburg’s own Desmond T. Doss honored at Monument Terrace rally
Friday's weekly Support the Troops Rally at Monument Terrace had a special meaning, as the Lynchburg Area Veterans Council celebrated the city’s fourth annual Desmond T. Doss Day. In 2019, then-Mayor Treney Tweedy declared every
Desmond T. Doss Day celebrated at Monument Terrace
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Local veterans and the community celebrated Desmond T. Doss Day Friday morning. They gather every Friday for their 'Support the Troops Rally' and haven't missed a Friday in over 20 years.
Homes for Heroes Foundation Presents $10,000 Grant to Lynchburg area Veterans Council
The Homes for Heroes Foundation presented a $10,000 grant to the Lynchburg Area Veterans Council to help it fulfill its mission of providing financial help to homeless veterans in Virginia. Homes for Heroes Hero Outreach
Cast your vote! Lynchburg Area Veterans Council competes for $10,000 grant
The Lynchburg Area Veterans Council is one of three finalists for a $10,000 grant from Homes For Heroes Foundation. Veterans Council President Tom Current says the money would go toward helping veterans who are in
Lynchburg veterans council needs your help to win $10K!
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The Lynchburg Area Veterans Council could receive a large grant from the Homes for Heroes Foundation, but they’ll need your votes to do it. The council is one of three semi-finalists
Group looking for help housing homeless heroes
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - In its 8th year helping veterans with everything from food insecurity to car repairs, the Lynchburg Area Veteran’s Council has noticed the biggest battle here at home is homelessness. 30-year retired
Here’s how you can help a Hill City veterans group win a national grant
The Lynchburg Area Veterans Council says they’ll use the money to fight veteran homelessness LYNCHBURG, Va. – The Lynchburg Area Veterans Council is one of three national finalists to win a $10,000 grant from the
Help Us Earn $10,000 From The Homes for Heroes Grant
We are honored to have been nominated by an affiliate of Homes for Heroes, for a $10,000 grant from the Homes for Heroes Foundation! We need your help to secure this grant, which will make
Watch Now: Lynchburg Area Veterans Council celebrates Desmond T. Doss Day
Attendees at Friday's weekly Support the Troops Rally at Monument Terrace in Lynchburg had an extra occasion to commemorate as the Lynchburg Area Veterans Council also celebrated Desmond T. Doss Day. In 2019, then-Mayor Treney
Annual Lynchburg Area Realtors Golf Tournament Fundraiser
Thomas W. Current, Otto Davis, Mike Brady, & Martin Freerks at the Annual Lynchburg Area Realtors Golf Tournament Fundraiser.
Unlikely Hero Still Aids Veterans
The memory of Lynchburg, Virginia's, "hometown hero," Desmond T. Doss is helping homeless veterans in Central Virginia Do you know the story of Desmond Doss? You may have seen part of it in the award-winning
Lynchburg resident and former Tuskegee Airman honored at Monument Terrace
LYNCHBURG, Va., (WSET) — A long-time Lynchburg resident and former Tuskegee Airman was honored at Monument Terrace on Christmas Day. Alfred Farrar called Lynchburg his home for many years. He recently passed away, just days
Lynchburg Area Veterans Council honors late former Tuskegee Airman
At noon Christmas Day, the Lynchburg Area Veterans Council gathered for its weekly troop rally, marking the 995th week of the tradition at Monument Terrace downtown, where they honored the life and service of former
Desmond Doss’ Childhood House Becomes Veteran’s Home
After living on the streets for many years, Butch, a Navy veteran, has found a home. Butch is one of three veterans currently living in a home owned by the Lynchburg Area Veterans Council at
Desmond Doss honored on 75th anniversary of Medal of Honor ceremony
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) -- October 12 is a day of honor for a local veteran who put his faith first as he saved the lives of more than 75 men in the Battle of Okinawa.
Plaque dedication cements Desmond T. Doss legacy at childhood home
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - A crowd gathered outside a small house in Lynchburg Monday morning. But one man in the crowd saw Monday a little differently from the rest. “This is incredible. This is simply
Special ceremony honors Desmond Doss
It's been 75 years since a Lynchburg native received our nation's highest military honor. Watch The Full Story
PRESS RELEASE: Desmond T. Doss Day in Lynchburg
Lynchburg Area Veterans Council announces DESMOND T. DOSS DAY in the City of Lynchburg on October 12, and a special ceremony to be held at his birthplace at 1309 Garfield Avenue, marking the 75th Anniversary
Desmond Doss remembered 75 years after heroic actions in WWII
BEDFORD Co., Va. (WSET) -- This week marks the 75th anniversary that local World War II hero Desmond Doss saved the lives of nearly 100 men in Japan. Desmond T. Doss was a United States
Community working together to house veterans in need
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ7) -- A team effort in Lynchburg is making sure no military veteran is left without a home.
Lynchburg veterans leaving prison have new hope
LYNCHBURG, Va. - Military vets coming out of prison may find new opportunities in the Lynchburg area, thanks to local organizations in the Hill City that are making the return to society easier.
Thursday, January 11 2018
After living in his van for 7 months, veteran Roy and his service dog Remi get a new home
Friday, January 5 2018
"Veterans helping Veterans;" 92-year-old WWII vet gets a new, warm home Read More: http://wset.com/news/local/veterans-helping-veterans-92-year-old-wwii-vet-gets-a-new-warm-home
2017 Veterans Day Parade
Lynchburg holds first Veterans Day parade in nearly 80 years CLICK HERE
2017 Veterans Day Parade
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Friday, April 21st 2017
Veterans mark 800 weeks of rallies at Monument Terrace ABC 13 WSET in Lynchburg - Friday, April 21st 2017
March 28th 2016
Local Vets helping local vets - Lynchburg Area Veterans Council ABC 13 WSET in Lynchburg; Monday, March 28th 2016