From Nicola Goslin-Ricks, Vance County Veterans Service
The Henry A. Dennis Building in downtown Henderson will be illuminated green through the month of November as part of Vance County’s participation in Operation Green Light, a national initiative to support military veterans.
With Veterans Day next week, local residents have a chance to participate in Operation Green Light, too, by swapping out clear light bulbs for green ones to show support. The Vance County Veterans Service office is located in the Henry A. Dennis Building, 300 S. Garnett St.
It’s all part of a new initiative spearheaded by the National Association of Counties and other national organizations.
NACo President Denise Winfrey said, “Operation Green Light is a simple way to express our collective appreciation for the public service of our veterans. We encourage everyone to join us in displaying a green light for our veterans and to also reflect on how we, as a nation and at the county level, assist our military service personal back into civilian life upon completion of their service to our country.”
In addition to lighting the Henry A. Dennis Building, residents and businesses are encouraged to participate by simply changing one light bulb in their house to a green bulb. This can be an exterior light that neighbors and passersby see, or an interior light that sparks a conversation with friends.
By shining a green light, we let our veterans know that they are seen, appreciated, and supported. While this event is focused around the week of Veterans Day (November 4th – 11th ), participants are encouraged to continue shining the light year-round. Residents can share their participation on social media using the hashtag #OperationGreenLight.
Visit naco.org/operationgreenlight for more information and links to resources available to veterans.
