Jackson County Lights County Courthouse Green in Support of Operation Green Light for Veterans
When:
PRESS RELEASE - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 31, 2025
CONTACT: Ryan Krosch – ryan.krosch@co.jackson.mn.us
Jackson County announced that the County Courthouse has been illuminated green as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans, a nationwide effort by counties, the National Association of Counties (NACo), and the National Association of County Veterans Service Officers.
From November 4-11, county buildings and landmarks across the country will be illuminated green to show support for veterans and raise awareness around the resources available at the county, state, and federal levels to assist veterans and their families.
Now in its fifth year, Operation Green Light is expected to draw hundreds of counties from states across the nation to participate. The county role in administering services for veterans includes County Veterans Service Officers helping fellow former service members access more than $52 billion in federal health, disability and compensation benefits each year, as well as other services supporting the approximately 200,000 service members who transition into civilian communities annually.
“Jackson County has great respect, admiration, and the utmost gratitude for all the men and women who have selflessly served our country and this community in the Armed Forces,” Jackson County Administrator Ryan Krosch said. “Operation Green Light for Veterans is a way to show recognition to these individuals.”
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.
Counties and residents across the country are sharing their participation on social media using the hashtag #OperationGreenLight.
For more information on Operation Green Light, visit https://www.naco.org/program/operation-green-lightveterans.
For more information on services for veterans in Jackson County, visit https://www.co.jackson.mn.us/veterans or call (507) 847-4774.