Air National Guard Airman 1st Class

Bryan Curzi has graduated from basic training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. He is currently stationed at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas.Curzi, son of John and Cindy Curzi of Butler, is a 2005 graduate of Butler High School.Veterans' notesThe Governor's Veterans Outreach and Assistance Center has released the following programs of interest to area veterans.• Iraq veterans — Time may be running out to assure any service-connected disability from service in Iraq.• Ex-POWS having heart problems or stroke or the widow of an ex-POW whose husband has passed away from heart problems or stroke may be entitled to benefits.• Vietnam veterans that have served in country and are now diagnosed with Type II diabetes may be entitled to compensation.• Veterans and widows of war-era veterans who live in nursing homes or who are housebound may be entitled to benefits to assist with cost of care.For information on the above programs, call the GVOC at 800-442-6815 or 724-837-7988.Proof of military service required.