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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