Wasco County Veterans Services

09/11/2026

Many would like to pretend that this wasn’t real. This single day brought our nation to our knees in the worst way imaginable. NEVER FORGET.

09/11/2026

Never forget.

Twenty-five years ago, evil attacked our homeland.

Nearly 3,000 Americans never made it home. Firefighters, police officers, first responders, service members, and ordinary Americans answered the call with extraordinary courage.

We honor their lives. We remember their sacrifice. We will never forget.

God bless the fallen, their families, and the United States of America.

09/10/2026

SEE YOU THERE!

09/10/2026

We remember and honor Mr. Kirk. Gone but not forgotten

September 10, 2025, changed America’s history forever.

One year ago, our founder, our leader, and our friend, Charlie Kirk, was assassinated while doing what he had devoted his life to: standing before young Americans and challenging them to think, speak, and have the courage to stand for what they believe.

There are no words that can adequately describe what this past year has been like.

We have had to learn how to carry on without the person at the center of everything we do. We have celebrated milestones Charlie should have been here to celebrate, stood on stages where his voice should have been heard, and watched his children grow without their father there to see it.

For those who knew and loved Charlie, September 10 will never simply be an anniversary. It is the day our lives changed forever.

Today, our hearts are especially with Erika, Charlie’s children, the Kirk family, and the countless people who loved him. We will never forget the unimaginable loss they continue to carry.

But we also remember Charlie for how he lived.

Charlie’s faith was at the center of who he was. His faith in Christ was his armor, which no assassin could overcome. He believed in life everlasting, and that unshakable faith gave him a courage impossible to miss. He wanted others to know the hope and truth he had in Jesus. Charlie died a martyr for Christ.

Charlie believed America was worth fighting for, that young people could change the course of a nation, and that speech would only remain free if exercised. He was fearless in the pursuit of truth, no matter the cost.

Turning Point shares those beliefs and will never abandon them. Charlie never gave up, and neither will we.

Today, we remember an incredible patriot, a husband, a father, and a man whose faith gave him the courage to spend his life serving a purpose bigger than himself.

We miss him. We grieve him. And we will never forget him.

One year later, Turning Point remains committed to carrying forward the work Charlie began.

For Charlie. Always.

09/10/2026

988

A single call, chat, or text can be the first step toward help and hope.

The Veterans Crisis Line is available 24/7.

Dial 988 then Press 1

Chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat

Text 838255

07/14/2026

Attention Veterans: Have you ever wanted to be an Umpire or help Officiate football games for local youth???
If that's a yes, please contact Robert Jamack at [email protected] to learn more!

07/02/2026

This is such a beautiful blessing!

07/02/2026

Things to remember!

06/18/2026

What a beautiful way to share Jarons' memory!

🚒 Community Invitation: Fire Apparatus Dedication Ceremony 🚒

Dufur Volunteer Fire & Ambulance invites our community to join us for a special dedication ceremony as we place two new fire apparatus into service, a Type 3 wildland engine and a Type 6 wildland engine.

These vehicles were generously donated by the family of Firefighter/EMT Jaron Lance, and the ceremony will honor Jaron's memory, his commitment to service, and the lasting impact he continues to have on our department and community.

The ceremony will include remarks from the Lance family, a blessing of the apparatus, a traditional fire service push-in ceremony, and the formal dedication of the engines.

📅 Date: June 20th
🕒 Time: 2pm
📍 Location: Dufur Volunteer Fire & Ambulance Hall

This event is open to the public. We encourage community members, neighboring agencies, friends, and families to attend as we celebrate this meaningful addition to our fleet and honor a firefighter whose legacy continues to serve others.

We hope you will join us as we dedicate these apparatus and recognize the generosity of the Lance family and the enduring spirit of service that strengthens our community.

🚒❤️

06/18/2026

What fun!

Come join us at The Oregon Veterans Home - The Dalles for a celebration of 250 years of freedom! Everyone is welcome and we can't wait to celebrate with you.