Curry County Manager
417 Gidding Street, Suite 100
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 763-6016

For Immediate Release on:   October 28, 2025
Issued By:                              Curry County Administration

Operation Green Light for Veterans

Clovis, NM – In advance of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, Curry County announced plans to illuminate county buildings in green from November 4-11 as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans, a nation wide effort uniting counties to support military veterans. The initiative, led by the National Association of Counties (NACo), raises awareness around the unique challenges faced by many veterans and 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 spearheaded by NACo and the National Association of County Veterans Service Officers, building upon successful efforts by the New York State Association of Counties and the NYS County Veteran Service Officers’ Association in 2021. In 2023 and 2024, over 450 counties participated in Operation Green Light.

“We stand as a proud military community and this is a distinctive way to continue to express our community appreciation to approximately 5,148 Veterans that reside in Curry County.  Furthermore, this demonstrates our continued gratitude to those that have served and fought for our country.  I encourage everyone to take a moment, say thank you, by changing out a light bulb and let’s shine Curry County green,” said County Manager Lance Pyle. 

Curry County residents, businesses and community organizations are encouraged to participate in Operation Green Light by changing one light to a green bulb. By shining a green light, we let our veterans know that they are seen, appreciated, and supported. 

“Operation Green Light is an opportunity to thank veterans for both their service to our nation and their contributions to our communities,” said NACo Executive Director Matthew Chase. “With hundreds of counties coming together to light up everything from courthouses to bridges, we know veterans will see and feel our gratitude for their selflessness and courage.”

Counties and residents across the country are sharing their participation on social media using the hashtag #OperationGreenLight.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our Administrative office at 575-763-6016.

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