These ten Lowes stores join a cadre of Fortune 500 companies, state and federal agencies and thousands of America's employers in demonstrating support for our armed forces.

"This award is one for our entire office. We have a commitment here at the Office of the Attorney General to serve well those who serve our nation. I understand what it is like to work everyday, while also serving your country."

The Honorable Thomas F. Hall, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Reserve Affairs, announced that Chief Larry J. Grorud, President, Mr. Mark Light, Executive Director, of the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), and the IAFC Board of Directors signed Statements of Support for the National Guard and Reserve on January 23, 2009.

Supportive employers are critical to maintaining the strength and readiness of the nation's National Guard and Reserve Forces.