LAVC has recently been able to lease the home on Garfield Avenue which is the birthplace and childhood home of Medal of Honor recipient Desmond T. Doss. An event is planned for 2:00 p.m., October 12, 2019, to have a ribbon cutting ceremony for the second veterans home in Lynchburg. It was 74 years ago
LYNCHBURG, VA—The Lynchburg Area Veterans Council (LAVC) is inviting the public to attend a free event on June 8, 2019, from 1 – 8 p.m., at Fifth and Federal Station, to raise awareness for local programs that can assist veterans or first responders struggling with mental health issues. The inaugural Odyssey Fest is presented by the LAVC in partnership with other local organizations such as the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and Motorcycle Missions.
It's time to show our Veterans that we appreciate and honor them and their families for their service. Come join us on November 10th to celebrate the freedoms we enjoy every day at the Lynchburg Regional Veterans Day Parade!
