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The development of partnerships for the 605 Unity JAM began a few weeks ago and is ready to wrap up this week. The purpose of the partnership process is to encourage local individuals, business, clubs and organizations to become financially supportive in the creation of this culture and music event. As you have read in prior articles, the event is an opportunity to increase culture awareness, understanding, acceptance and appreciation for all cultures in our area.
Read moreIf you are a veteran or widow of a veteran on limited income or with significant medical expenses, you may be eligible for a monthly pension from the United States Department of Veterans Affair (VA).
Read moreGreer Post #11 American Legion held its monthly meeting April, 15, 2021 at the Post Home. Commander Robert Kucera called the members to attention. Chaplain Donald Kotab gave the invocation, which was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. The Preamble to the Constitution of the American Legion was recited by all members. Adjutant Rados read the minutes of the March meeting, which were approved as read.
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The Wagner Rotary Club bell was rung at twelve noon on Wednesday, April 13th. It was a special day for all members as it was Steak Day. Super Foods of Wagner, along with Scott McAdaragh and his mother Gerri McAdaragh prepared the steaks and all the trimmings.
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In the old days, country doctors often cared for folks by coming to the patient’s homes. These house calls brought great relief to people and families that needed medical attention.
Read moreThe 605 Unity JAM, which will be held on Sunday, June 13, will feature a variety of activities during the day that will be entertaining and interesting, but none more interesting than the chance to listen to from people who want to share what they know about their own culture. This will be a chance to help others get the chance to learn who you are and why your cultural heritage matters.
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Kimberly Rogers received the National American Legion Auxiliary “Good Deed Award” from her Grandmother Linda Youngbluth. This award is given to a young person who does a good deed. Kimberly received the award for organizing a toy drive in her hometown of Delano, MN for Jesse’s Toy Box—an organization that delivers toys to local hospitals for distribution to children to help them be less scared while they are in the hospital. The sixth grader set our collection boxes in her school and church. In a month, she collected over 250 toys and $1800 in cash donations. With her parents she delivered the toys to her local hospital in Buffalo, MN on behalf of Jesse’s Toy Box. With the cash donations, she will buy iPads for the children to use while they are in the hospital.
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Michelle Soukup was presented a plaque for her first place finish in the State VOD Contest. Pictured left to right, are State Auxiliary President Donita Mullinix, Michelle and State Department Commander, Cody Mangold.
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