Veterans in the News
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Los Angeles TimesWar Veterans' Photographs Aim to Heal
Patch.com
Hawley, who works at the Veterans Hospital in Rocky Hill, was joined in 2010 by Middletown Police Officer, Iraq war veteran and Purple Heart recipient Al Kim and Vietnam vet Ira Dick of Wethersfield. Kim was seriously injured in 2003 when his humvee ...
Boston.comGrave dedication will honor Civil War veteran
Troy Messenger
A Grave Dedication Program for Jonathan Williams, Revolutionary War soldier and early settler of Pike County, will be held at the Blanton Field Cemetery near Brundidge at 2:30 pm Sunday. The dedication is sponsored by the Wiregrass Chapter Alabama ...
USA TODAYWar Veteran Grave Markers Stolen from Cemetery
FOX43.com
The flag holders marked graves of deceased US Civil War or World War II veterans and are made of almost one pound of bronze. Police report that two white males in their 50's were seen in the cemetery on Monday. The men were seen driving an older model ...and more » 
Today's THVVeteran honored for World War II
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VFW in the News
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BEAUMONT: VFW's first yard sale a success
Press-Enterprise
VFW Desert Edge Post 233 1st Trustee-elect and Yard Sale Chairman Sam Hughes looks on as Post 233 Adjutant Ron Stettler receives money from a customer who came early, looking for a bargain, at the post's first annual yard sale on May 5.Chicken and beer will kick off new Cahokia VFW
Belleville News Democrat
A ribbon cutting ceremony midday Saturday will celebrate the Cahokia VFW Post, recently rebuilt after a fire. It was about five months ago that a fire destroyed the Cahokia VFW Post 1699 building. After an investigation determined it was caused by an ...Weekend of Fairs, Volunteer Events and VFW Car Show in St. Clair Shores
Patch.com
The Shorewood Kiwanis Club of Michigan and the VFW Bruce Post 1146 will host Hot Rods & Hot Cakes from 9 am - 1 pm Sunday. The event features an all-you-can eat pancake breakfast and classic car show, located at the VFW Bruce Post 1146 to benefit ...and more » VFW Post #1873 and its Auxiliaries
Anza Valley Outlook
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Reminder NewspapersBoiling Springs VFW to hold Memorial Day Parade May 27
Carlisle Sentinel
The 65th Memorial Day Parade hosted by the VFW post will form at the school parking lot at 12:15 pm and march at 1 pm The VFW will lead the way through the streets of Boiling Springs, ending at the Clock Tower. The Clock Tower, according to the VFW, ...SB VFW 1167 post closes, merges with Mishawaka post
WNDU-TV
The post will now join Mishawaka's VFW 360 on Jefferson. The symbolic howitzer, in front of 1167, was used in World War II and Vietnam was transported to Mishawaka courtesy of Clover Machinery. It will now rest outside of Mishawaka's post.and more » Bernard Elbert VFW Post 1652 Ladies Auxiliary meet
McCook Daily Gazette
McCOOK, Nebraska -- Bernard Elbert VFW Post 1652 Ladies Auxiliary met with seven members present. Krystal Downing called the meeting to order and prayer was said. Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Jeannine Rinehart gave the ...Preparing for Memorial Day Parade
Patch.com
A wreath will be placed at the Monument; a gun salute will take place (2 from American Legion, 2 from VFW). Everyone will then be given the order to present arms and Taps will be played. Once Taps is complete order arms will be given and the parade ...
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Events
Schedules
The Post meets on the first Monday of each month at 7 pm.
Everyone is invited to brunch every Saturday from 10AM – Noon at Cpl Matthew Lembke Hall. Cost is donation only.
Ladies Auxiliary meeting is at 1:00 p.m., the first Monday of each month.
Men’s Auxiliary meeting is at 6:30 p.m., the third Thursday of each month.
Deployed family members support group, last Friday of each month 5:30PM to 7:30PM.
Newsletter
Keep updated on events to benefit our veterans:Local VFW News
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Maija Girardi – Winner of Patriot’s Pen Essay
Apr 8, 2012
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Voice of Democracy Winner for 2012
Mar 6, 2012
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COURSE IN STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS
Feb 24, 2012
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Retired USAF Pilot is Speaking on Feb 11th
Feb 3, 2012
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Professional Handyman Services
Jan 25, 2012
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Help a Vet Find Work
Jan 23, 2012
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