National Commander Brett Reistad will be visiting Iowa briefly April 16-17, 2019. The Commander will be visiting Cummings Post #562, The Gold Star Museum at Camp Dodge, Five Brothers Museum in Waterloo, Hawkeye Tech College Post #738, and Eldora Post #182. 16 April 6:30 PM – Travel to Cummings Post #562 7:00 PM – Dinner … Read more
Three outstanding contestants gave their all during the Department of Iowa’s Oratorical Final held the last day of Mid-Winter. Patrick Junker was chosen as the Department’s Champion. Patrick is sponsored by Van Meter American Legion Post #403 and will represent Iowa at the national contest in Indianapolis on April 5-7, 2019. Patrick is a Junior … Read more
The Iowa Wild is reaching out to Military Organizations in regards to their Military Appreciation Night, Friday, January 18th, 2019. The Wild take on the Ontario Reign at 7 PM in Wells Fargo Arena, downtown Des Moines. Below is a flyer that has the link to the free tickets along with the ability to purchase additional tickets for … Read more
Please Join Us The Iowa Commission of Veterans Affairs invites you to join us for the annual Veterans Day at the Capitol. You will have an opportunity to meet with your elected officials and discuss key issues affecting our Iowa veterans. A number of veteran-related organizations will be available to make you more aware of … Read more
The Department of Iowa regrets to inform you of the death of Past Department Commander Dave Klingensmith. From Rohde Funeral Home’s website: KINGSLEY, IOWA: David “Bud” J. Klingensmith, 91, of Kingsley, passed away Tuesday, December 18, 2018, at his residence. A visitation will be held Saturday, December 29, 2018, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. with the family … Read more