Box Butte County Veterans Service Office

06/01/2026

https://veterans.nebraska.gov/korea

We are working to recognize Nebraska's living Korean War veterans with a special challenge coin. Of the nearly 55,000 Nebraskans who served during the war, an estimated 2,400 are still with us, and our goal is honor as many of them as we can. Eligibility Requirements  The Korean War Recognition Coi...

05/29/2026

05/19/2026

04/13/2026

The VSO and Administrative Assistant will be out of the office 4/14 through 4/17 to attend semi-annual accreditation training.

03/24/2026

Don't forget! Our Vietnam War Veterans Day ceremony is scheduled for Friday, March 27 at the Nebraska State Capitol. Please share with any Vietnam veterans you know.

03/05/2026

Veterans, know which benefits are taxable and which are not. Knowing this information can help you accurately file your taxes and avoid unexpected surprises

• Non-taxable VA benefits: disability compensation, pension, health care, grants, and education assistance.
• Taxable: military retirement pay

Stay informed, take action, and make tax season a breeze!
news.va.gov/138085/tax-season-guidance-for-veterans/

Veterans who suspect they have experienced fraud can find out more and report to the appropriate agency at VSAFE.gov or by calling (833) 38V-SAFE.