Veterans services officer reports rising visits, grant application for assistance programs

May 5, 2025

Mitchell County's veteran services officer reported increased demand, said about 1,000 veterans live in the county, and told commissioners the office has applied for a $20,000 grant to help with gas cards, bus passes and other supports.

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Mitchell County’s veteran services officer, Marcia Bibbets, told commissioners Monday that demand for assistance has increased since she began tracking visits and that she is pursuing a $20,000 grant to support veteran needs.

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