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Veterans Administration

McIntyre, Hagan, Burr to attend VA clinic opening; Hagan joins push to end VA backlog

Submitted by WWAY on Mon, 04/29/2013 - 2:30pm.READ MORE:
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videoTomorrow's ribbon cutting for Wilmington's VA Super Clinic is bringing out some big names. The facility, which opened this spring at Wilmington International Airport, will provide veterans services including day surgery, mental health, cardiology, women's health and MRIs. Full story...
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VA superclinic opens in Wilmington

Submitted by Christina Anthony on Mon, 03/04/2013 - 5:40pm.READ MORE:
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A new veterans clinic next to Wilmington International Airport opened its doors to a few veterans today. Full story...
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Lumberton man gets 5 years for improper benefits

Submitted by Ashley Jacobs on Wed, 09/05/2012 - 8:07am.READ MORE:
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A Lumberton man has been sentenced to five years in prison for improperly taking benefits from the Veterans Administration. Full story...
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VA fines Navy doc for bringing brain home

Submitted by WWAY on Fri, 07/13/2012 - 4:50pm.READ MORE:
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A Navy doctor who let his children handle the brain of a service member and his wife photograph the organ has been fined and faces disciplinary action. Full story...
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Veterans get health help in their own backyard

Submitted by Ryan Franklin on Tue, 05/24/2011 - 3:44pm.READ MORE:
Veterans in Wilmington got some help with their health care today. The Rural Health Team from the VA Medical Center in Fayetteville visited the VFW post on Carolina Beach Road. Full story...
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VA's Rural Health Team makes two area visits next week

Submitted by WWAY on Thu, 05/19/2011 - 1:32pm.READ MORE:
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Veterans in our area will get a couple of chances next week to get help with their health care. The VA's Rural Health Team is making two stops in our area to enroll veterans in the system, and provide health screenings and information. Full story...
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Brunswick Vet Clinic lease signed, starts in August

Submitted by WWAY on Wed, 05/18/2011 - 2:00pm.READ MORE:
The lease has been signed for a new Veterans Administration clinic in Brunswick County. Rep. Mike McIntyre says the VA will take possession of the site June 1. He says operations are scheduled to begin the first week of August. Full story...
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VA to enroll area veterans for health benefits

Submitted by WWAY on Wed, 02/23/2011 - 9:39am.READ MORE:
The VA Rural Health Team is coming to Wilmington and Leland. Veterans in the Wilmington and Leland areas can enroll in the VA Health Care System. Full story...
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Accused 'fake Marine' appears in court

Submitted by Chris Allen on Tue, 10/26/2010 - 3:21pm.READ MORE:
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A North Carolina man facing federal charges for posing as a decorated Marine was in court this morning. Michael Hamilton appeared in federal court in Wilmington, where the judge read a list of his charges and possible penalties he could face. Full story...
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Brunswick County getting VA clinic

Submitted by Kevin Wuzzardo on Tue, 06/22/2010 - 4:26pm.READ MORE:
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Contracting efforts will begin in 30 days with the goal of providing services within four months. Full story...
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