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Celebrate Veterans Day in West Sacramento

Nov 05, 2024 03:01PM ● By Annie Kerr

It is crucial to honor and remember those who have served their country and to keep their legacy and memories alive.

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Non Commissioned Officers Association

Jul 31, 2024 09:36AM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Non Commissioned Officers Association (NCOA), a military service organization established in 1960, plays a vital role in supporting members across all United States Armed Forces branches and their families from Rancho Cordova and the greater Sacramento area through programs and initiatives

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California Capital Airshow Returns with Dazzling Night Show

Jul 09, 2024 01:48PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

The 18th annual California Capital Airshow, presented by Sacramento County in partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, runs from 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 13 and 14 at Mather Airport in Sacramento

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Honoring General Bud Anderson

May 23, 2024 11:15AM ● By Aerospace Museum of California News Release

On May 17, World War II Triple Ace Brigadier General Clarence E "Bud" Anderson Passed Away in His Home Peacefully

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Alice Astafan Shares Her Story

May 23, 2024 10:33AM ● By Annie Kerr

Retired Major General Highlights Achievements (and Challenges) in New Memoir

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William George Kristoff Leaves Behind A Legacy

Mar 21, 2024 12:26PM ● By Jaclyn Ketchum

William “Bill” George Kristoff • 8/22/1946 - 3/2/2024

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Senator Dodd Names Yolo County Woman of the Year

Mar 19, 2024 11:25AM ● By Michele Townsend

Rhonda Morningstar Pope Flores Receives Honor from Sen. Bill Dodd

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West Sacramento News Briefs 12-8-23

Dec 06, 2023 02:46PM ● By MPG Staff

West Sacramento Library Meeting, See's Candy Sales, Santa Parade, and VFW Christmas Party

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Aero-Blast Honors Vets

Nov 15, 2023 01:32PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

McClellan-based Nonprofit Holds Gala Honors Veterans

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Veterans Day Parade a Huge Success

Nov 15, 2023 12:14PM ● By Michele Townsend, photos by Michele Townsend

The West Sacramento Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8762 Hosted 2023 Veterans Day Parade

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West Sacramento News Briefs

Nov 08, 2023 03:02PM ● By MPG Staff

Veterans Day Parade, Coat Drive, and More

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Yolo County Reminds Veterans of Services Offered

Nov 08, 2023 02:34PM ● By Yolo County News Release

The VSO Assists Veterans in Dealing with the VA

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West Sacramento VFW Announces 2023 Veterans Day Parade

Nov 03, 2023 11:22AM ● By VFW Post 8762 News Release

VFW is Accepting Sponsorships and Donations to Cover Parade’s Expenses

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Gala Salutes Vets Day at Aerospace Museum

Oct 26, 2023 09:43AM ● By Staff Correspondent

McClellan Park Facility to Host USO-style Gala

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Record-breaking Year at The California Capital Airshow

Oct 05, 2023 12:09PM ● By Lindsey Nelson, Niche Communications

Sold-out Event Draws More than 105,000 Attendees

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PRIDE Industries Holds "Hire A Veteran Day"

Jul 12, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Thomas J. Sullivan

PRIDE Industries helps transition vets into rewarding civilian careers

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Blue Star Museums Offer Free Admission to Military Personnel and Their Families

Jun 08, 2023 12:00AM ● By T-Rock Communications News Release

Active-duty military personnel receive free admissions through September 4

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SAFE Grants Support 'Farm to Wellness' Program for Veterans

Jun 02, 2023 12:00AM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

Complete Soil Born Farm's apprenticeship program and work as a farmer

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Legion Holds Fundraiser Ball

Jun 01, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Elise Spleiss

Signature program's grants benefited 5,500 veterans

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Reading of the Names at California Vietnam Veterans Memorial

May 25, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Phil Rios, US Army MP ret Combat veteran

Volunteers sign up at Vietnam Veterans of America Sacramento Valley's Chapter

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This Magic Wall Heals

Apr 05, 2023 12:00AM ● By Story and photos by Elise Spleiss

Replica is an Incredible Display of Love and Respect

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A Conversation with Kiyo Sato

Mar 16, 2023 12:00AM ● By Story by Cheryl Gleason

MACC Art director interviewed author about experienced during WWII

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'The Wall That Heals'

Feb 22, 2023 12:00AM ● By VVMF News Release

Replica Wall and Mobile Education Center spreads healing legacy

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Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition Examines WWII Japanese American Incarceration Camps

Feb 15, 2023 12:00AM ● By MACC News Release

Executive Order 9066 led to incarceration of Japanese Americans following Pearl Harbor

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'The Wall That Heals' to Exhibit in Citrus Heights

Feb 08, 2023 12:00AM ● By American Legion News Release

Rusch Park will host wall from March 29 - April 2, 2023

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Sons of Union Veterans Keep Civil War History Alive

Feb 08, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Thomas J. Sullivan

SUVCW is actively looking for new members

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Lost Boats Memorial Unveiled

Jan 27, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Michele Townsend

Lost Boats Memorial with the names of all those lost at sea in submarines

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Weagant Chosen to Represent

Jan 27, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Seti Long

AL Post 210 and ALA honored one of their delegates

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Winner for Patriots and Democracy

Jan 26, 2023 12:00AM ● By Story and photos by Seti Long

Contests invite for youth to participate in patriotic themes

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Habitat for Humanity Helps Veterans

Dec 30, 2022 12:00AM ● By Story and photos by Michele Townsend

Volunteers replace broken commercial freezer used at AL Post 832

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Legionnaire of the Year Recognized

Dec 09, 2022 12:00AM ● By By Seti Long

Aaron Burks AL presents Commander Owen Stiles as Legionnaire of the Year, 2022

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Bells Sounded for the Fallen

Dec 09, 2022 12:00AM ● By By Seti Long

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Celebrated for those Lost

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WW II Ace Promoted to General

Dec 09, 2022 12:00AM ● By Story and photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Over 200 invited guests applauded the centenarian's appointment

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Remember Pearl Harbor

Dec 01, 2022 12:00AM ● By By Seti Long

Program to include laying of wreaths, Two Bell Ceremony, Rifle Salute and Taps

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Relic on Display until Pearl Harbor Day

Dec 01, 2022 12:00AM ● By By Seti Long

WWII era exhibit at the Gridley Museum shows shell casing

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