Fred Stecher (right), a World War II veteran from Fayetteville, is greeted by friends and family Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023, during a surprise celebration of his 100th birthday at Shelton Tucker Craft American Legion Post 27 in Fayetteville. Stecher was given a police escort to the Legion hall where he was greeted by a large crowd of family and friends before a short program. Visit nwaonline.com/photo for today's photo gallery.
(NWA Democrat-Gazette/Andy Shupe)
BENTONVILLE -- The Benton County Veteran Services Office wants to add another staff member in 2024 because of an increasing caseload.
The county budget is expected to be approved at the Quorum Court meeting Thursday.
