A Clinton Veteran working at the State of Illinois level is promoting benefits to veterans - some they may not have known was available to them. 

On the WHOW Morning Show Tuesday, Josh Thielen, Department Adjutant for the American Legion explains veterans have many benefits available to them and a big one is exemption from property taxes.

Veterans can also receive educational and employment benefits - something Thielen himself and many other veterans have benefitted from. 

According to Thielen, there are even cash bonuses that veterans and survivors of veterans can receive depending on their level of service. 

If you'd like more information on these benefits, reach out to your local American Legion post.