In 100th year, American Legion post suffers declining membership
Woodstock’s annual Memorial Day observance will be back this year, with a ceremony beginning at 10:30 a.m. May 31 in the Park in the Square. The much-anticipated parade will follow. […]
The Woodstock Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary Post 5040 has found ways to carry out several of its annual activities during the pandemic. Essay scholarship writing competitions for area students […]
Woodstock resident Chris Gehrke, current president of VFW Woodstock Auxiliary 5040, is celebrating 50 years of involvement and dedication to the group. “During my many years as a member of […]
Northwood plans annual Veterans Day salute Friday
Rolling Thunder sets 17th annual fundraiser
Veterans groups’ support helps to bring in mustang for therapy work
Local vets need help to connect with families of the fallen
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