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Police Deliver Turkey Dinners To Disabled Veterans

EUGENE, Ore. – Disabled veterans getting a special delivery this Thanksgiving, courtesy of Eugene Police.

Patrol and SWAT officers offered curbside turkey dinner deliveries for 15 veterans in need and their families.

Donors and police put the boxes together and the Police Crisis Negotiation Team helped in the kitchen with the Elk Horn Brewery yesterday.

“Really, the best things we have in our lives here in our country are based on opportunities and privileges that were secured

November 24, 2016 3:47 pm
healthcare

We have a lot to be thankful for

Thanksgiving is almost upon us, so as we prepare to celebrate we’d like to take this time to express our unwavering appreciation for those we serve, America’s Veterans. Each and every day as we work closely with them, we’re reminded of how grateful we are for their service, as they’ve protected the freedoms needed to live life to the fullest. And we’re helping them do the same by pursuing our vision to provide them with

November 24, 2016 4:23 am
Korean veterans

Lonely Soldier Writes Letter Home from Korean Foxhole

If there is such a thing as foxhole humor, this story records one lonely soldier’s attempt to cheer up his grandmother, Mrs. Albert Allen in Central Point, Ore., who was concerned about keeping up the soldier’s morale.

November 24, 2016 12:01 am
emergency assistance

Prime and Home Front Feed Military Families

TIGARD, Ore.– Operation Home Front with partner Amazon Prime helped out over 50 families with food for a Thanksgiving Day meal.  Participants also received a gift card to New Seasons Markets to  pickup Fresh Turkeys.  the families were surprised and felt very appreciated for their service to our country.

Potatoes, whipping cream, onions, carrots making for stuff and more were in every bag. Sparkling cider and a board game were also included for each

November 23, 2016 12:47 pm
mental health

Veterans, Trauma, and Identity

Winter Term 2017 Dr. Kathy Becker-Blease will be teaching a reading and conference course PSY 405/505 on Veterans, Trauma, and Identity at Oregon State University’s main campus in Corvallis. Students will need her approval to take the course and can do this by turning in a Psychology Override Form with her signature. The form is available in Reed Lodge. The time is TBD based on participants schedules. For more information about this course you can

November 23, 2016 12:17 pm

Bowlers bring in more money for vets

Martin referred to the Oregon State United States Bowling Congress, saying “90 percent of what we raise stays in the state of Oregon. It doesn’t pay for …

November 23, 2016 7:06 am
Gulf veterans

American Legion meets monthly in Hermiston

Veterans from all eras and members of  American Legion Post 37 are encouraged to attend its monthly meetings.

They meet the first Monday of each month at 7 a.m. at the Hermiston VFW Hall ,45 W. Cherry Ave.

Chartered by Congress in 1919, the American Legion provides service to veterans, current military personnel and the communities in which they reside. The nonprofit organization is committed to advocating patriotism, mentoring youth and supporting worthwhile community programs, including American

November 23, 2016 3:53 am

VFW Holiday Bazaar offers crafts, foods

Story & photos by Gini davis  – The Creswell Chronicle

Vintage and handmade Christmas ornaments and holiday décor; hand-knitted animal-themed children’s hats and baby blankets, handmade soaps, gourmet rubs and spices, homemade almond military-themed gift items, jewelry, crafts and more tempted shoppers as Creswell Veterans of Foreign Wars Post and Auxiliary #4039 hosted their annual Holiday Bazaar on Nov. 19 and 20 at the Creswell VFW Hall.
Soup and sandwiches, snack foods and pie were for

November 22, 2016 12:59 pm