Southwestern KY Military Affairs Committee

11/05/2026

11/04/2026

Next Wednesday is Veterans Day!! We will be doing our free sack lunches again this year for our Veterans. The library is helping us decorate the bags and we have some local businesses throwing stuff in the bag as well. The Southwestern KY Military Affairs Committee will also provide some goodies.

Available 11am-3pm Only!!

Sack Lunch includes:

Chicken Salad Wrap
Potato Salad
Bag Of Chips
Cookie
Juice Box

See you soon!!

11/03/2026

🦃 GIVING BACK TO THOSE WHO SERVE! 🇺🇸

The Military Affairs Committee (MAC) is proud to team up with one of our outstanding community partners and event sponsors, Oak Grove Racing & Gaming, to help spread a little holiday cheer to the soldiers, veterans, and families of Fort Campbell!

Join us as we hand out turkeys to our military community and help make the holidays a little brighter for the men and women who have sacrificed so much for our country.

📍 LOCATION: Oak Grove Racing & Gaming – Equestrian Center Parking Lot
777 Winners Way, Oak Grove, KY 42262

🕚 11:00 AM on November 19th 2026 until all turkeys are distributed

Distribution Schedule:

* 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Reserved exclusively for Active Duty military.
* 12:00 PM until complete: Open to Active Duty military and veterans.

We are incredibly grateful for partners like Oak Grove Racing & Gaming who continually step up to support our military community. It takes a community to support those who serve, and we are proud to be part of one that continues to show up!

🇺🇸 Let’s take care of those who take care of us!

10/31/2026

What an amazing time for the Military Affairs Committee! One of our very own committee members, White's Auto Mall CDJR, hosted the Hopkinsville Jeep Club annual Jeep or Treat, also known as Trunk or Treat!

It was great seeing everyone come out, enjoy the evening, and have a little fun together. Most importantly, it was wonderful seeing so many kids enjoying themselves in a safe, family-friendly environment.

A big thank-you to White’s Auto Mall, the Hopkinsville Jeep Club, and everyone who helped make this event possible. It’s partnerships like these that make our community so special!

Great things happen when our community comes together!

10/30/2026

What a great night on Fort Campbell at the USO Truck or Treat! 🎃

It’s always a special treat to team up with our partners and see so many individuals, organizations, and community members come together to support the incredible families of Fort Campbell.

A huge thank-you to all the volunteers and community partners who took the time to show up, lend a hand, and help make this an extra special night for our military children. These are the moments that remind us just how much our community cares about the soldiers and families who call Fort Campbell home.

It takes a team, and we are proud to be part of one! 🦅❤️

10/27/2026

🇺🇸💰 ATTENTION VETERAN & MILITARY SPOUSE-OWNED BUSINESSES!! 💰🇺🇸

🚨 HOW COULD $25,000 HELP YOUR BUSINESS GROW?! 🚨

The 2027 Hiring Our Heroes Small Business Grant Program is offering eligible veteran-owned and military spouse-owned businesses the opportunity to receive up to $25,000 in grant funding! 💵

Whether you’re looking to expand your business, purchase equipment, hire additional employees, or take your business to the next level, this could be an incredible opportunity!

✅ WHO CAN APPLY?

🇺🇸 Veteran or eligible military spouse business owners with at least 51% ownership.

✅ For-profit businesses with 3–20 employees, including the owner, part-time employees, and 1099 contractors.

✅ Businesses generating less than $5 million in annual revenue.

✅ Businesses located in economically vulnerable communities OR able to demonstrate financial need due to circumstances beyond their control.

📅 APPLICATION DEADLINE: DECEMBER 15, 2026!

🔗 APPLY HERE:
https://hiringourheroes.org/small-business-grant

⚠️ Additional eligibility requirements and exclusions apply. Be sure to review the official rules before applying.

💪 Our veterans and military spouses have already demonstrated what it means to serve, lead, and overcome challenges. Now let’s help them succeed in the business world!

📢 PLEASE SHARE THIS POST! You never know which veteran-owned business in our community might need this opportunity. A simple share could help put $25,000 into the hands of a deserving small business owner!

10/27/2026

🇺🇸 How is Military Affairs Everywhere? Just Take a Look! 🇺🇸

While the Southwestern Kentucky Military Affairs Committee was busy hosting our annual Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, one of our fantastic Eagle Ambassadors, Derek Poor, was representing us in Oak Grove at the Valor Hall Trick-or-Treat event! 🦅

This is a perfect example of how our Eagle Ambassadors and volunteers help us stay engaged and involved throughout our community, even when multiple events are happening at the same time. We simply couldn’t do everything we do without these incredible individuals who share our passion for supporting the military community.

We often get asked, “Do you have to be a veteran to become an Eagle Ambassador?” The answer is NO! You don’t have to wear a uniform or have served in the military to make a difference. Anyone who shares our mission and wants to help make Southwestern Kentucky a better place for our military families and the soldiers who call this community home is welcome!

Our Eagle Ambassadors are an important part of our mission to strengthen the relationship between Fort Campbell and the communities of Southwestern Kentucky. They help us build connections, support our service members and their families, and find new ways to show appreciation for those who serve our nation.

❤️ Do you love our military community? Do you want to help Southwestern Kentucky continue to flourish as a place where military families feel welcomed, supported, and appreciated?

We encourage you to get involved! Become an Eagle Ambassador, support our programs, and help us continue making a difference for those who serve our great nation.

🦅 Be part of the mission. Be an Eagle Ambassador!

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10/25/2026

🌶️ WELL, THAT’S A WRAP! 🔥

Another incredible year in the books for the annual Military Affairs Committee Chili Cook-Off! What a great time bringing our community together for some friendly competition, amazing chili, and plenty of fun!

We are incredibly grateful to our community, every team that stepped up to compete, and everyone who came out to support this annual tradition. The turnout each year is a testament to the amazing community we have here in Southwestern Kentucky!

A HUGE thank-you to our sponsors who helped make this event possible:
👏 Fortera Credit Union— our Chili Cook-Off Sponsor
👏 Visit Hopkinsville — our Cornbread Sponsor
👏 Hopkinsville Parks & Recreation — thank you for your continued partnership and support!

🏆 Congratulations to all of our winners! You brought the heat this year! And for those who didn’t place quite where they hoped, don’t worry — you’ve got a whole year to perfect that recipe, sharpen your skills, and come back ready to take the competition by storm!

🌶️ The countdown to next year starts now. Practice hard, bring your best, and come ready to BRING THE HEAT! 🔥

Thank you, Southwestern Kentucky, for continuing to show up, support our military community, and make events like this so special. We couldn’t do it without you!

10/25/2026