Tony Dobbins Elected to Lead the VFW Southern Conference
Tony Dobbins has been elected Chairman of the VFW Southern Conference, taking on a two-year leadership role that will impact veterans across 14 states. His election marks a new chapter of modernization, collaboration, and growth for one of the VFW’s largest regional bodies. With a focus on digital engagement, membership support, and stronger partnerships, Dobbins and the newly elected slate of officers are poised to elevate veteran services across the Southern United States. The historic election also includes Georgia’s Dawn Lemay as Southern Conference Auxiliary President, marking the first time both top roles come from the same state.
Athens Rock Lobsters Honor Veterans During Appreciation Game
The Athens Rock Lobsters hosted a powerful Veterans Appreciation Game on November 8, recognizing U.S. Army veteran and four-time Purple Heart recipient SSG Herb Hood, along with VFW and Military Order of the Cootie leaders. The event celebrated service, sacrifice, and community support for Georgia’s veterans.
Veterans Groups Unite Against Georgia HB 108
The Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Georgia has taken decisive action against HB 108, uniting with 14 partner organizations to oppose the bill’s authorization of unaccredited claims agents. Their jointly signed statement urges Georgia lawmakers to protect veterans from predatory practices and uphold federally mandated accreditation standards.
Veterans Level Up, Win at DreamHack Atlanta 2025
The Georgia Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) took part in DreamHack Atlanta 2025, teaming up with Regiment Gaming for a co-branded booth featuring the free Combat Tested Gaming™ initiative. The event brought together veteran gamers, streamers, and organizations like Always Give Back, all united by a shared mission to connect, compete, and build community through gaming.
Rebecca Davis Wins Georgia VFW Voice of Democracy Scholarship Contest
Representing VFW Post 5408, Rebecca Davis wins 2024-25 Voice of Democracy state-level competition, recognized during the VFW Department of Georgia’s Mid-Winter Conference.
Atlanta Hawks, Crown Royal Celebrate Military Veterans
For the ninth year, the Atlanta Hawks professional basketball team partnered with leading alcohol brand, Crown Royal, to recognize and honor military veterans in and around the Atlanta area. On […]
Georgia State Senator Kenya Wicks, A Proud VFW Milestone
State Senator Kenya Wicks, a Life Member (LM) of Command Sergeant Major (CSM) A.C. Cotton VFW Post 12209 at Ft. Cavazos in Killeen, Texas, represents a shining example of leadership […]
Georgia VFW Visits Tuskegee University, VA Medical Center
Leadership from the Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Georgia made a visit to Tuskegee University and to the adjacent VA Medical Center in Tuskegee, Alabama, on Tuesday, October 15, […]
VFW Post Teams Up to Fight Childhood Cancer
Veterans of Foreign Wars Acworth/Kennesaw Post 5408 has teamed up with locally-headquartered charity, Lana Turner Foundation, to raise awareness and money to fight childhood cancer. The Lana Turner Foundation is […]