Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs

09/16/2026

The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs legislative affairs director and staff attended a retirement citation presentation ceremony in the Oklahoma State Senate for Major General Gregory L. Ferguson, who served as the Air National Guard Assistant to the Commander of the Air Force Special Operations Command.

General Ferguson's career includes participation in numerous missions during multiple global operations, including Operation IRAQI FREEDOM and Operation ENDURING FREEDOM. He has also commanded units at the flight, squadron, group, and wing levels.

As a military and commercial pilot,  he logged over 20,000 hours during his career with the Oklahoma National Guard and American Airlines. Presented by Senator Lisa Standridge, the ceremony highlighted his dedication to American and Oklahoma defense as he joins the Veteran community.

09/12/2026

Come out to Jenks Riverwalk Crossing at Suite Shots for the EAGLE OPS Riverwalk Rally. We have multiple resources, live music by the Wanda Watson Band, Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association and VA Claims assistance. Absolutely free admission!

09/11/2026

09/11/2026

• 8:46 a.m. –American Airlines Flight 11 struck the North Tower of the World Trade Center.
• 9:03 a.m. –United Airlines Flight 175 struck the South Tower of the World Trade Center.
• 9:37 a.m. –American Airlines Flight 77 crashed into the Pentagon.
• 9:59 a.m. –Collapse of the World Trade Center's South Tower.
• 10:03 a.m. –United Airlines Flight 93 crashed in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
• 10:28 a.m. –Collapse of the World Trade Center's North Tower.

Out of reverence and remembrance for those lost on September 11, 2001, our staff will refrain from physical activity on the grounds from 8:46–10:28 am ET (7:46–9:28 am CT)

09/09/2026

During the 2026 Legislative Session, Governor Kevin Stitt signed House Bill 4486, making Oklahoma the 10th state in the nation to establish a Gold Star Families Monument on the grounds of the State Capitol, which will be funded by private donations.

You can support Gold Star Families Remembrance Week by participating in activities at Tinker Air Force Base and across the state through September 25.

09/08/2026

Tulsa area veterans and organizations, make sure and attend the Veterans Forum tomorrow at the Tulsa Elks Lodge.

TULSA EVENT: September 9, 2026

➡️ Make plans to attend the Veterans Forum, an open community meeting designed to connect veterans, veteran service organizations, community partners, and supporters with information, resources, and each other.

➡️ The forum provides an opportunity for attendees to learn about veterans benefits, programs, and services available at the local, state, and federal levels.

➡️ Hear updates from organizations serving the veteran community.
Ask questions and discuss issues impacting veterans and their families.
Network with other veterans, veteran organizations, and community leaders.
Share information about upcoming events, outreach efforts, and support services.

➡️ Strengthen collaboration between veterans groups and agencies serving Oklahoma veterans. All veterans, family members, veteran advocates, and veteran organizations are encouraged to attend.

09/08/2026

The newly established Oklahoma Veterans Foundation has launched an exciting, first-of-its-kind workforce development concierge career event in partnership with several organizations, including the Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs, the Oklahoma Army and Air National Guard, Major Talent, the Oklahoma Department of Commerce ACES Program, AAR Corporation, the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission, Oklahoma CareerTech, the Oklahoma Defense Industry Association, and the Oklahoma National Guard Museum.

The Workforce and Warriors initiative aims to empower veterans, active-duty service members, and Army and Air National Guardsmen to advance their careers. The inaugural session, titled "Operation Opportunity" will take place at the Oklahoma National Guard Museum on September 30, 2026, beginning at 8:30 AM with a company connection continental breakfast reception until 10:00 AM when the seated program begins.

Afterward, Kristi Shaw will present a session on becoming the Working Genius. At 11:45 AM, Trae Rahill, the Oklahoma Secretary of Workforce and Director of the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission, will lead a discussion with Tim den Hoed, CEO of Major Talent, and RADM (ret) James Bynum, Executive Director of the Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs (ODVA). The last session of the event will be a hands-on resume workshop will begin at 1 pm.

This free public-private initiative connects service members with community leaders and industry managers who are dedicated to strengthening Oklahoma’s workforce and supports the mission of the ODVA to serve veterans and their families.

Register Here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/workforce-and-warriors-operation-opportunity

09/07/2026

Labor Day is, at its heart, a recognition of work—the dignity of it, the people who do it, and the contribution each person makes to something larger than themselves. That makes this a particularly appropriate weekend to recognize the tremendous variety of work being done every day across ODVA.

Whether it is a housekeeper making one of our Veterans Homes feel like a home; a maintenance professional keeping our facilities safe and operating; a patient care assistant, nurse, dietary professional or other member of our Homes team caring for veterans; managing our inventory, finances or administrative support; connecting veterans and their families with the benefits they have earned; ensuring education and training programs are worthy of veterans using their GI Bill benefits; or serving in Memorial Affairs and ensuring our veterans receive the dignity and final honors their service earned—their work matters.

Different jobs. Different places. One mission. Veterans First.

09/05/2026

🇺🇸 The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs hosted an open house and VetFest event this week at the  Sallisaw Veterans Home.

 🦅 EAGLE OPS and several stakeholders welcomed veterans from across the greater Green Country area for a special claims clinic held at the home.

🏡 The veterans  home is accepting applications for immediate placement for eligible veterans. For more admissions information, contact [email protected].