Dubois County Recorder announces new veterans award program, seeking local businesses to take part

Free service will provide veterans with discounts and incentives at local businesses

The Dubois County Recorder’s Office, in partnership with Fidlar Technologies, is announcing a new service for veterans called Honor Rewards. With Honor Rewards, veterans can sign up in person or online to receive an Honor Rewards card that entitles them to discounts and incentives at participating community businesses.

The service is being made available at no cost to the county and its taxpayers, according to Dubois County Recorder Jackie McPherron.

“This program is especially important to me because it gives back to our local veterans in our community,” McPherron explained. “They’ve given so much, and the Honor Rewards Program is a small but meaningful way to recognize their service and willingness to protect and defend our country, and ensure they are supported in return.

McPherron said she has several close family members who have served.

“I think most of us are connected to someone who has served, whether family, friends or neighbors,” she said. “I feel strongly about supporting our military veterans because their duty and courage deserve more than words.”

To sign up, a veteran can simply visit http://www.honorrewards.com, click on Dubois County, and fill out the form. An individual also can fill out the form in person by visiting the Recorder’s Office in the courthouse during business hours. The service is free and, after signing up, the veteran can expect to receive the Honor Rewards card in the mail in 1-2 weeks.

Local businesses and retailers can participate in the service by contacting the Recorder’s Office or by using the Business Sign-Up link at http://www.honorrewards.com. Participating businesses will be listed on the Honor Rewards website for Dubois County, provided to veterans who receive an Honor Rewards card, and mentioned in mailings to Honor Rewards members.

In addition, the Recorder’s Office will provide participating businesses with marketing materials such as door stickers and flyers to promote their involvement.

“My goal is to continue building our new Honor Rewards Program and show our appreciation in real, practical ways,” McPherron said.

To launch the Honor Rewards program, Dubois County Recorder Jackie McPherron and Deputy Recorder Tammy Guth will host a sign-up booth on March 5, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Dubois County Annex, located on the square in Jasper.

For more information, contact the Recorder’s Office at 812-481-7067 or visit http://www.honorrewards.com.

“My hope is that every veteran in Dubois County feels recognized and valued,” McPherron said. “Honor Rewards is more than just about the benefits. We want them to know their service is seen, appreciated and honored in some tangible way.”