Tag Archives: Veterans Service Officer

Johnny Crain resigned as Van Buren County Veterans Service Officer, effective at the end of the month. In a letter to County Commissioners, Crain informed leadership he planned to retire. His final day of service will be March 28. County Executive David Sullivan said Committee B of the commissioners will begin the process of replacing Crain. The Commission accepted the ... Read More »

Jackson County native Brad Halfacre will serve as the new Veterans Service Officer for both Jackson and Clay Counties. Richard Accurso as well as four other local veterans on the hiring board made the decision Wednesday. Accurso said the Navy veteran showed an excitement to serve that the committee wanted. “He seemed to understand that there is a need in ... Read More »

The application period for the Clay and Jackson County Veterans Service Officer position comes to a close Friday. Richard Accurso is a local veteran leading the hiring panel. Accurso said about six candidates have expressed interest in the job. “What we are trying to do is get this probably immediately after we start the interview process, which I am hoping ... Read More »

Members of the Clay County American Legion Post have requested a pay increase for the area Veterans Service Officer position. The officer serves Clay and Jackson Counties. The counties join Celina and Gainesboro in contributing to the position’s $16,000 salary. Post member Jed Donaldson approached the Gainesboro Board of Aldermen Thursday and requested a $600 yearly increase. “And I am ... Read More »