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The remains of a World War II Veteran will finally be laid to rest in Lubbock near his family.

On Wednesday, February 10th, Lubbock City Councilmember Latrelle Joy is set to present a proclamation honoring Medal of Honor recipient Air Force Lieutenant Colonel George Davis.

Here's what you need to know about the Texas Veterans Benefits Fair happening in July.

May 18th is Jeep Go Topless Day, and VetStar and Off-R-Rockers will be teaming up to hold an event at the First Capital Bank of Texas at 6811 Indiana Ave from 11am-2pm. They will have several attractions, including a Jeep show and shine, food vendors, and over $2,000 worth of raffle prizes including jeep parts, a cooler, gift cards, shirts, hats, koozies, radios, and more.

Here's a list of Lubbock places providing freebies for Veterans this Veteran's Day.

"I think the democrats overplayed their hand there, and I think people are sick of mob rule and this circus and political theater that plays out in Washington," Arrington said.

The memorial service will take place Sunday, May 20th at 10:20 PM at the Lubbock War Memorial on 82nd and Memphis.

District 19 Representative Jodey Arrington on The Chad Hasty Show talking about progress being made by the Trump administration in foreign policy and conflicts in the world, veteran affairs and the withdrawal of Rear Admiral Ronny Jackson for consideration as Secretary of Veterans Affairs, term limits, and more.

Arrington supports Trump but disagrees with his remarks to raise the age to own a firearm, as well as taking away people's guns without due process, saying, "I don't think raising the age limit is, number one, addressing the problem and the breakdown that we've seen. Number two, if you can take arms in defense against this country and vote then you ought to be able to exercise your 2nd amendment rights."

Coronado and Frenship Marching Bands will perform a special show on Friday to honor area veterans