Special to Lake Okeechobee News
OKEECHOBEE — The Summer 2026 Okeechobee POP UP Veterans Fair is coming to the Big Lake VFW Post 10935, 3912 U.S. 441 S.E., on Wednesday, Aug. 26, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., bringing valuable healthcare, benefits, and community resources together in one convenient location.
The event will feature the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Mobile Medical Unit, making VA healthcare more accessible to local Veterans. Attendees will also have the opportunity to:
• Enroll in VA Healthcare,
• Meet with Okeechobee County Veterans Services,
• Connect with Veteran organizations and local human and social service agencies,
• Learn about programs and resources available throughout Okeechobee County and Florida's Big Lake Region.
If your organization provides veterans services, healthcare, social services, or basic needs assistance and would like to participate, please contact Joe Snowberger at 772-782-1939 or email JSnowberger@MUOSL.org.
