RUSSELL — On Wednesday, former Sen. Bob Dole will dedicate a new mobile unit in Russell to be used by the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center for rural health initiatives.

According to Dole’s Washington office, the dedication is open to the public and will take place at 10:30 a.m. at the VFW Post 6240 at 248 Bob Dole Drive in his hometown of Russell.

“Kansas has an ongoing need for health outreach to veterans living in rural communities,” Dole said. “This new mobile unit will allow the Dole VA Medical Center to meet further educational and health service needs in rural areas across the state. I am proud to be a part of this initiative as the Dole VA reinforces its commitment to serve all deserving veterans within its boundaries.”