Resources, News, and Events for Veterans in Chelan, Douglas, Grant and Okanogan counties
Manson’s fire truck, “Tower 51”, flying a 20 x 30 foot American Flag over Wapato Way was the perfect backdrop for Manson’s Remembering 9/11. This event was held on Saturday – September 11th at 8:30 am at the American Legion Park with nearly 200 in attendance. The Manson American Legion and Chelan VFW co-sponsored the …
The Squadron is looking forward to having a Milestone Promotion Ceremony on the 21st of August at the American Legion Post 10 in Wenatchee. We have had two Promotions to Cadet 2nd LT and three Cadets to Cadet Staff Sgt. These cadets will receive certificates of achievements and each a challenge coins by the Presenting …
Update from American Legion Post 157 in Electric City: “We continue to assist with the monthly blood drive at our Post. We usually have 18 to 20 donors per month. The drive is done by Vitalant out of Spokane. They require an appointment for donation with an occasional walk-in accommodated. “Our post continues to support …
I’m very sure our veterans looking down from Heaven this Memorial Day were extremely pleased and proud to be part of Manson’s Memorial Day celebration held at the American Legion Park in Manson, Washington on May 31, sponsored by the American Legion, Post 108. Prior to the ceremony, Manson Fire Chief Arnold Baker brought Manson’s …
What – Memorial Day Parade When – Thursday May 27th @7PM Where – Woodin Avenue, Downtown Chelan Memorial Day is an American holiday, observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Memorial Day 2021 will occur on Monday, May 31. Originally known as …
Welcome to a new feature here at NCW Veterans Info: Veterans In Business. It’s my honor to introduce you to local veterans who are starting or running businesses here in North Central Washington. In this second edition, meet Joshua Simonson and Reece Caouette, owners and operators of Westguard Painting. I met Josh through VFW Post …
“WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden signed the SAVE LIVES Act into law today, expanding VA’s legal authority to provide COVID-19 vaccines to all Veterans, regardless of their VA health care enrollment status, as well as Veteran spouses, caregivers and some beneficiaries. “The SAVE LIVES Act removed some of the legal limits on the medical care VA can provide …
During the Manson American Legion, Post 108’s January meeting Nigel Hunter was honored with the Legion’s “Law Enforcement Certificate of Commendation” for 2020. He was joined by his wife and four children for the tribute. This annual award is intended for a well-rounded law enforcement officer who has exceeded the duty requirements expected of their …
The Hilton Honors™ Military Program is aimed at giving back to military service members, Veterans, and their families. This program allows Veterans or transitioning service members to receive 100,000 points to stay at Hilton brand hotels for approved job search related activities such as interviews, training, or acquiring housing in conjunction with starting a new …
In accordance with WA RCW 73.08.035, each county in Washington state must establish a veterans’ advisory board, which shall advise the county legislative authority on the needs of local veterans, and the resources and programs available to benefit local veterans, and their families, in need. These advisory board meetings are open to the public. Okanogan …
The YesVets Campaign is part of a state-wide initiative to increase employment for veterans by recognizing employers who actively hire veterans, and encouraging and enabling other employers to do the same. Created by HB 2040 during the 2015 Legislative Session, YesVets is a partnership between Washington Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA), Employment Security Department (ESD), …
This site, and all I do with it, seems to always be in flux. Back in January, I had a renewed passion to improve the site, planning out new blog posts, sharing stories from local organizations, and generally fine-tuning my behind-the-scenes process. One day during a backup process I made a detrimental mistake and lost …