Submitted photo Randolph County Commission President David Kesling, left, speaks with U.S. Sen. Jim Justice during his visit to Elkins this week.

ELKINS – U.S. Sen. Jim Justice made a stop in Randolph County this week to speak with veterans and discuss what kind of resources are available at his office.

Justice, his long-time K-9 companion Baby Dog, and a host of local leaders, including Sen. Robbie Morris, Randolph County Commission President David Kesling and Elkins Mayor Jerry Marco, gathered at the Elkins VFW for an event dubbed as “Justice’s Veteran Mobile Office.”

During the event, Justice talked about services available at his office and took questions from a host of veterans attending the event.

“As we continue to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, we also ought to remember the folks who fought to protect it,” Justice said at the event. “Our veterans have given so much for this country, and the very least we can do is make sure they get the benefits they’ve earned.”

Justice’s office offers help for veterans in the areas of educational benefits, medical care, military service medals and award replacements, pensions, service connected benefits, and veteran readiness and employment benefits.

“If you’re having trouble with the VA, waiting on benefits, or need help with Social Security, Medicare, military records, or any federal agency, my team is here to go to work for you,” Justice said. “You shouldn’t have to fight red tape after you’ve already fought for America. At my office, we will continue to do everything we can to help our veterans every step of the way because they’ve always been there for us, and now it’s our turn to be there for them.”

Justice said he has made it a priority ever since he was governor of West Virginia to advocate for those who served. He has made numerous stops during recess periods to talk to veterans, return their medals, and speak at veteran memorials.

“It was nice that Sen. Justice and representatives from his office were able to come into Randolph County and answer questions for local veterans,” Kesling said. “They addressed some concerns that the veterans had and he shared some stories with everyone there. I thanked him for coming to Randolph County and he said he loves coming here.”

For more information on any of the services offered by Justice’s office, visit www.justice.senate.gov.