by Mark Wasserbauer | Sep 17, 2022 | Benefits, Military, National Guard, Veterans
The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) has a long history of awarding service bonuses to Minnesota Veterans who served in America’s wars. Starting in 1919 after World War I, through World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War, and now the...
by Mark Wasserbauer | Sep 12, 2022 | Benefits
By ROSE L. THAYER (STARS AND STRIPES) The National Guard Bureau launched a $3.6 million pilot program this month that provides free child care to eligible Guard soldiers in six states during drill weekends to help retain single parents in the service. “It’s a...
by Mark Wasserbauer | Sep 8, 2022 | Auxiliary, National Guard, State Association, Teen/Youth Camp, Veterans
Members, There are still open spots for this years’ Youth Pheasant Hunt. The hunt takes place at a private hunting club near Hugo, MN. Guides and dogs are provided and youth will practice shooting clays before the hunt. Lunch is also included. Parents are...
by Mark Wasserbauer | Aug 31, 2022 | Benefits, Military, National Guard, News
Military Families, Registration is now open for the Operation Welcome Home “Fall Family Retreat” at Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch in Stewartville, MN. Operation Welcome Home Fall Family Retreat Oct 21-23, 2022 Open to All Branches Military families can...
by Mark Wasserbauer | Aug 30, 2022 | Auxiliary, Education, Legislative, Scholarships, State Association, TRICARE, Veterans, WCFA
The MN National Guard Enlisted Association (MNGEA) participated in the Military Appreciation Day at the Minnesota State Fair this week. It was great to meet fellow veterans and several current and past Minnesota National Guard members. Several of the Minnesota...