Buffalo County Courthouse to Participate in 2024 Operation Green Light for Veterans

Kearney, NE – In advance of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, Buffalo County announced plans to illuminate the County Courthouse green from November 4-11 as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans, a nationwide effort uniting counties to support military veterans. The initiative, led by the National Association of Counties (NACo), raises awareness around the unique challenges faced by many veterans and the resources available at the county, state, and federal levels to assist veterans and their families.

Now in its third year, Operation Green Light is spearheaded by NACo and the National Association of County Veterans Service Officers, building upon successful efforts by the New York State Association of Counties and the NYS County Veteran Service Officers’ Association in 2021. In 2023, over 300 counties participated in Operation Green Light. 

IT’S IMPORTANT TO THE COUNTY TO PARTICIPATE IN OPERATION GREEN LIGHT
AS A WAY OF SHOWING SUPPORT FOR LOCAL VETERANS

In addition to lighting the County Courthouse, residents, businesses and other organizations are encouraged to participate by simply changing one light bulb inside or outside their home to a green bulb. By shining a green light, we let our veterans know that they are seen, appreciated, and supported, and we open up conversation about the needs of veterans and the services that support veteran communities.

“Operation Green Light is a gesture of support and appreciation for the public service of our
veterans,” said NACo Executive Director Matthew Chase. “With hundreds of counties coming
together to light everything from bridges to courthouses, we know veterans across the country
will see and feel the gratitude we all hold for their service and sacrifices.”

Counties and residents across the country are sharing their participation on social media using
the hashtag #OperationGreenLight.

For more information on Operation Green Light, click here.