On January 6, 2015, VLC Executive Director John Turner presented a special plaque to Senator Thom Tillis on the occasion of his swearing in as United States Senator from North Carolina. Tillis, who previously served as Speaker of the North Carolina General Assembly, was instrumental in promoting cooperation between VLC and state government, and in recognition, the plaque honoring him as “The North Carolina Veteran’s Best Friend” was presented.

Senator Tillis, Mrs. Tillis, VLC Executive Director John Turner

John Turner and Senator Thom Tillis