Texarkana area military veterans who served since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks will be eligible for the Post 9-11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008, which takes effect Aug. 1.

During a meeting Thursday, members of the Texarkana Area Veterans Council listened to a presentation by Carl Grieg, student services director at Texas A&M University-Texarkana about this new education program.

Grieg outlined the program’s eligibility requirements, the higher education financial benefits and the assistance longevity. He also explained the availability for men and wome...

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