30 Nov 2019

Civil Air Patrol updates – Nov 2019

Cadet 1st Lt Emmanuel Larson was promoted to the rank of Cadet Captain and was also awarded the Amelia Earhart Award. This promotion and award presentation was conducted by Air Force ROTC Recruiter Captain Wesley Griffith on Oct 29th. Achievement of the Amelia Earhart award is a huge milestone for any Cadet in the Civil Air Patrol program. On November 8th, 2019, the Pangborn Composite Squadron performed the flag raising ceremony at the Veteran’s Day event, at the Wenatchee Valley ...

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14 Nov 2019

Veterans Day Around the Region 2019

In North Central Washington, we love our Veterans so much that Veterans Day events span nearly a week, from assemblies at the area schools, to parades, to luncheons, and more. Here’s just some of the events that happened around the area for 2019 Veterans Day.   Wenatchee Valley College, 08 Nov: WVC Veteran Knights hosted a ceremony on campus, and CAP Pangborn Composite Squadron provided assistance with raising the colors. Guest speakers included Wenatchee Mayor Frank Kuntz and WVC President ...

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29 Sep 2019

Civil Air Patrol updates – Sept 2019

The Pangborn Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol had an Awards Banquet on Aug 6th at the Masonic Center in Wenatchee. Special guests included Commissioner Kevin Overbay and his wife Crystal, 12th District Representative Keith Goehner, and Washington Wing Vice Commander, Lt. Col Kenneth Butler. After dinner, there was a cake ceremony featuring Capt. Morris Hahn and the youngest cadet, c/SrA Elijah Rinke, cutting the first slice with a saber. Awards were presented to all Senior Members (in attendance: ...

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27 Sep 2019

American Legion turns 100!
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One hundred years ago the American Legion evolved from a group of war-weary veterans of World War I into one of the most prominent nonprofit groups in the United States. American Legion goals include a commitment to mentoring youth and sponsorship of wholesome programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow servicemembers and veterans. A brief timeline of the American Legion formation in 1919: 15 March – members of the ...

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19 Sep 2019

5th Annual Biddle Foundation SOAR Ride

The Thomas A Biddle Foundation provides resources and support for families left behind after PTSD Veteran suicide. Each year. they host a fundraiser that combines a dinner and auction, and a motorcycle ride the next day after breakfast, hosted by a local American Legion post. The 5th Annual SOAR ride was the second weekend in September. This year’s event was hosted by American Legion Post 28 Legion Riders, and took place at Art Semro Post 28, 276 8th Ave NW, ...

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08 Sep 2019

Thanks for a Record Sale Season – American Legion Post 157

[originally posted in the Grand Coulee Star] “Here we are again at the end of our sale season as we come to the community to thank everyone for a fantastic thirteen-week run at the VET Center. Our American Legion Post appreciates everybody has who stopped by and shopped with us during our sale. Although it seemed like a very long stretch for those of us who worked every week to gather and prepare all the treasures that we had for ...

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29 Aug 2019

VFW Post 3617 Pangborn Flag Detail

Douglas County Commissioners, Washington Trust representatives, and the Color Guard from Wenatchee Valley VFW Post 3617 gathered August 27th at the Pangborn traffic circle in East Wenatchee to install a new 20’ x 30’ flag. The flag was provided by Washington Trust Bank. Post 3617 volunteers have adopted the duties of lowering and raising the flag for commemorative events (previously handled by Douglas County facilities department).

14 Jul 2019

Find Your Way – A Stop in NCW

“My name is Rich Henning. I’m a retired, 100% Disabled, US Army Veteran. I am walking 500 miles for PTSD awareness. My mission is to share my success as well as your potential to manage PTSD and access helpful Veteran agencies. “During my walk I am creating a video documentary focusing on PTSD success stories and confidence building utilizing exercise, teamwork, and resilience. More importantly, the walk will reestablish courage for rejuvenating a purposeful life for currently struggling vets. “My ...

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07 Jul 2019

Our local Civil Air Patrol – Pangborn Composite Squadron

The Pangborn Composite Squadron is part of the Civil Air Patrol, handled by Senior members of the United States Air Force Auxiliary. This squadron was first formed in January of 1942, approximately 77 years ago here in the Wenatchee Valley, part of the U.S. Army Air Corps. They performed tasks such as supply airlifts, VIP transports, sea rescues, and hunting submarines off the Eastern coastline. Today we are over 63,000 strong and located in all 50 states, including two (2) ...

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01 Jun 2019

Memorial Day Around the Region

“Our guys start at 6am placing these flags at the Brewster Cemetery and then visit 4 towns cemeteries to honor the Veterans at each one. They come back to the [American Legion] Post 97 and have a color/arms presentation in front of the memorial there. The day is finished by taking down all the flags, folding and storing for next year.”

23 May 2019

Armed Forces Day at WVC

This year, Wenatchee Valley College Veteran Knights hosted their 4th annual Armed Forces Day event on May 17th. With support from the College, local veterans organizations, and community-focused businesses, the public was able to learn about the military, our area resources, and grab a free lunch.

29 Apr 2019

Operation Creation Launch Event

Operation Creation’s mission is to provide free or extremely low-cost experiences and events at local farms and art studios, intended to teach art and agriculture skills, and to connect veterans with each other and the communities they call home. Operation Creation’s official launch was on 27 April 2019 at Quincy’s WWII Themed Community Dance (at the Quincy Community Center). This event included dinner, dancing, and entertainment by the Pin-Ups on Tour, as well as a Best Dressed contest with a ...

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