Jackson County Veteran Services, Sylva, NC

03/30/2026

Quilt of Valor presentation was awarded to Doyle Alexander from Jackson County.

USA Vietnam Era 1961 to 1962

Thank you for your service! 🇺🇲

03/30/2026

03/30/2026

We thank our Vietnam Veteran's for the honor and sacrifices!
🇺🇲🇺🇲WELCOME HOME🇺🇲🇺🇲

National Vietnam War Veterans Day, observed annually on March 29, honors the over 58,000 U.S. service members killed and many more wounded during the 8-year conflict. As America approaches its 250th birthday, this day commemorates veterans who served between 1955 and 1975, acknowledging their bravery and sacrifices often overlooked upon their return home.

Key Aspects of the Vietnam War Commemoration:
National Vietnam War Veterans Day: Designated by the 2017 Veterans Recognition Act, March 29 marks the date in 1973 when the last U.S. combat troops left South Vietnam and POWs returned.
Honoring Service: The day focuses on honoring all who served on active duty during the period, acknowledging their sacrifices in a challenging war.
Context within 250 Years: As the U.S. celebrates its 250th anniversary, the Vietnam War is recognized as a pivotal and challenging chapter in the nation’s history.
Veterans' Legacy: Many Vietnam veterans, who were often not welcomed upon their return, are now receiving the gratitude they earned, emphasizing the importance of not abandoning those who served.
Commemorative Acts: Displays of the U.S. flag are encouraged on March 29 to honor the warriors who endured extreme conditions.

03/30/2026

If you see this card in your mail again this year, please know that it is a scam or contact our office if you have questions!

01/16/2026

01/14/2026

📣 Holiday Closure Notice – Jackson County, NC 🇺🇸

In observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, January 19, 2026, Jackson County offices and services will be closed for the day. This includes all non-essential county government operations. 🗓️

We honor and celebrate the life, legacy, and lasting impact of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and encourage everyone to reflect on his message of equality, justice, and unity. ✨

We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

Thank you for your understanding, and have a meaningful holiday! 💙

11/11/2025

🇺🇲🇺🇲Veterans Day 2025🇺🇲🇺🇲
To the brave men and women.
To the family members.
To the one who sits by the graveside.
To the one who waits at home for their loved one to return.
To the children who pray for their mothers and fathers.
To the mothers and fathers who pray for their children.
To the one who struggles with PTSD.
To the one who returns each year to place flowers by the tomb.

To the brave men and women.

We give thanks for your service.
We give thanks for your sacrifice.
We give thanks for your bravery.

We honor you.
We celebrate you.
We grieve for you.

We give thanks for you.

Happy Veteran’s Day.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your service. And the sacrifices you have made that we will never fully realize.

11/10/2025

Here are a few pictures I grabbed while setting up for the day for our Veterans Concert. Thanks to everyone who came out to our Veteran's Concert and participated! Thank you to the Ronnie Call Band and The Smoky Mountain Cruisers, The American Legion, the Inflatables from Diego Acosta, the Veterans and their families. It was a great day! We hope it grows each year.

11/10/2025

Happy birthday to the U.S. marines! Thank you to all who serve.

11/10/2025

Our 12th Annual Veterans Appreciation Dinner was a complete success! I have many many people to thank for helping make it all happen!

Our DJ Todd Kent, Cub Scout 999, Boys Troop 999, Girls Troup 4999, Our Guest Speakers Denny Wood, Cecilia Ruth Marcus with the SMHS National History Day Silent Hero Project, SMHS LTC Carter & SPC Tremko with JROTC and the Cadets, Gary Frye for saying Grace over our Meal, Jamie Davis and the DOA, The County Manager, The County Commissioners, John Faulk and Staff for a great Thanksgiving Meal, Jackson's General Store, B&B Gifts, PJs Gas Station, Top Cats Grocery, County Road Farms, Dr. Dana Ayers, Dr. Michael Vetters, and Laura Cabe and all of our volunteers! I couldn't have done it without all of you bringing it together for our biggest night yet!!!!!

Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!