Ahnapee Brewery continues outstanding support

Ahnappe Brewery of Algoma and Suamico created a special, limited edition blend of their famous Little Soldier Beer. This blend included Vanilla and Whiskey flavors to complement their brew. Proceeds from the release will be donated to the Fox Valley Veterans Council. The blend didn’t last long because it was a big hit with those lucky enough to get a chance to try it. We thank Ahnapee Brewery for their continued support of the FVVC.

Stop by either of their 2 locations and try any of their delicious creations!

https://www.ahnapeebrewery.com/

Urge Your Members of Congress to Pass the Commitment to Veteran Support and Outreach (CVSO) Act

The bipartisan CVSO Act (H.R. 4601/S. 2405) would strengthen county efforts to help veterans access federal service-connected health, pension and disability benefits. Specifically, the legislation would:

  • Authorize $50 million annually from Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 through FY 2026 for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to award competitive grants to states to strengthen and expand CVSOs or similar local entities, including hiring and training additional CVSOs

 

  • Direct the VA to prioritize grants for areas with a critical shortage of county or tribal veterans service officers, areas with high rates of suicide among veterans, and areas with high rates of referrals to the Veterans Crisis Line

 

  • Direct the VA Secretary to develop guidance for outcome measures related to the goals of increased uptake of veterans’ benefits and increasing the number of VA accredited CVSOs in a given state

The CVSO Act would represent a historic federal investment in this key county workforce and help us better serve our veterans. This Veterans Day, please contact your U.S. Representative and U.S. Senators and urge them to co-sponsor and pass the CVSO Act. You can also show your support for the legislation using NACo’s social media templates.

Gov. Evers Signs Senate Bill 345 Designating a Purple Heart Memorial Highway

NECEDAH — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Senate Bill 345, now 2021 Wisconsin Act 91. This bill designates State Highway 21 between Sparta and Oshkosh as a Purple Heart Memorial Highway. 

“Throughout history, our Purple Heart recipients have put their lives on the line in defense of the liberties we hold dear, so I am glad to sign this bill into law today, designating the entirety of State Highway 21 as a Purple Heart Memorial Highway,” said Gov. Evers. “I am also proud to take this action on Veterans Day as we celebrate and recognize our state and nation’s veterans. My hope is that this Purple Heart Memorial Highway serves as a reminder of the incredible sacrifices made by our service members who know the true cost of freedom.”

The governor took action on Senate Bill 345 on Veterans Day in Necedah at the Necedah Veterans Memorial Hall where we was joined by local veterans and community members. The Purple Heart Memorial Highway is meant to honor all recipients of the Purple Heart, which is the nation’s oldest military award and recognizes those who are injured or killed by enemy action.

Senate Bill 345, now 2021 Wisconsin Act 91:  

  • Requires the entire route of State Highway 21 to be designated a Purple Heart Memorial Highway.