New Members: Kevin Hays, Jeff Kirkbride,Rodney Grohans, Pat Thacker, Tim Hicks, Quinten Morris, Richard Strothman, Mari Strothman, Mike Stephens, Dennis Peterson. Welcome aboard your membership will never be taken for granted.
Post 5 District Commander John Thomas thanked the 136 ALR for their continued support of the American Legion. Brock Hayes presented ALR 136 with check for 500.00 from a fund raiser that he sponsored in Old Town, John Simard presented Vickie Jones and Chuck Barshney with certificates of appreciation for their support of Post 410.
PG Missions Co-Director Doug Lehman spoke about no drinking of alcohol while on Patriot Guard Missions. This includes staging area. End of discussion.
Old Settlers Weekend Post will need lots of help to get prepared for weekend see Post newletter for particulars. Dennis Scuff ham will be in charge of ALR Group for Old Settlers. They will be presenting us with an award this Friday nite the 17th at 6:30pm at the bandstand just east of downtown. Then on Sat meet at the Post at 10am to stage for the parade to honor Patriot Guard.
Post Commander Rick Babinger thanked everyone for all their cards and letters this past week. All ticket packets that were sent to you need to be turn in. This is the only big fundraiser the Post does for the year so fill out those tickets and send the money to the Post. Dues need to be paid as soon as you can, this year you will not be able to renew ALR dues without a current Legion, AUX., S.A.L. membership.
Motions: To purchase 10 Purple Heart dog tags to present to wounded troops on Welcome Home rides.
Quilts of Valor Sponsor another quilt for a wounded soldier.
Greensburg Ks. Donation to purchase tree for community.
ALR Member Dave Wells Donation of 100.00 to help with illness in family. Hat was also passed around Chuck Barshney started it with his 100.00 donation . In all we collected 627.00 for the family. Outstanding!
Cregg Hansen ALR State Director spoke to members about the back patch situation and how it affects all of us. It was the recomdation of the State ALR Director and all Area ALR Directors that the bottom patch be removed from vest. ALR 136 voted to abide by the recommendation of the Director.
Mindy Saindon made history over in Iraq. She and another young lady trooper were the first two women to fly solo chopper mission over enemy territory.
Mike Saindon donated 50.00 to ALR and 50.00 to PG on behalf of Sawblade for making his flag presentation case for flag his daughter Mindy flew over in Iraq.
Terry Houck and Leon Roberts presented Wild Bill Logan with a Purple Heart Derby Cover for his motorcycles. Bill thanked members and said he was at a loss for words.
Cregg Hansen and Steve McDonald received the Make a Difference award from B-98 FM.
Toys For Tots Meeting Sunday Breakfast Sept 5th.at Post 136!
Mike Shock thanked everyone who helped make Vets Reunion a success.
Charlie Hon brought up Car Show in Peck Ks on Sept 8th we will be sponsor and have ALR 136 put on t-shirts.
Shirt Babe Miss Terri Lehman will be taking new order after Winter Park. ALSO SPOKE ABOUT HELPING HOMELESS Vets on Sept 21 with program that feeds, counsels and gives clothing to Homeless vets on that day. If you want info let Miss Terri know.
Post 5 District Commander John Thomas thanked the 136 ALR for their continued support of the American Legion. Brock Hayes presented ALR 136 with check for 500.00 from a fund raiser that he sponsored in Old Town, John Simard presented Vickie Jones and Chuck Barshney with certificates of appreciation for their support of Post 410.
PG Missions Co-Director Doug Lehman spoke about no drinking of alcohol while on Patriot Guard Missions. This includes staging area. End of discussion.
Old Settlers Weekend Post will need lots of help to get prepared for weekend see Post newletter for particulars. Dennis Scuff ham will be in charge of ALR Group for Old Settlers. They will be presenting us with an award this Friday nite the 17th at 6:30pm at the bandstand just east of downtown. Then on Sat meet at the Post at 10am to stage for the parade to honor Patriot Guard.
Post Commander Rick Babinger thanked everyone for all their cards and letters this past week. All ticket packets that were sent to you need to be turn in. This is the only big fundraiser the Post does for the year so fill out those tickets and send the money to the Post. Dues need to be paid as soon as you can, this year you will not be able to renew ALR dues without a current Legion, AUX., S.A.L. membership.
Motions: To purchase 10 Purple Heart dog tags to present to wounded troops on Welcome Home rides.
Quilts of Valor Sponsor another quilt for a wounded soldier.
Greensburg Ks. Donation to purchase tree for community.
ALR Member Dave Wells Donation of 100.00 to help with illness in family. Hat was also passed around Chuck Barshney started it with his 100.00 donation . In all we collected 627.00 for the family. Outstanding!
Cregg Hansen ALR State Director spoke to members about the back patch situation and how it affects all of us. It was the recomdation of the State ALR Director and all Area ALR Directors that the bottom patch be removed from vest. ALR 136 voted to abide by the recommendation of the Director.
Mindy Saindon made history over in Iraq. She and another young lady trooper were the first two women to fly solo chopper mission over enemy territory.
Mike Saindon donated 50.00 to ALR and 50.00 to PG on behalf of Sawblade for making his flag presentation case for flag his daughter Mindy flew over in Iraq.
Terry Houck and Leon Roberts presented Wild Bill Logan with a Purple Heart Derby Cover for his motorcycles. Bill thanked members and said he was at a loss for words.
Cregg Hansen and Steve McDonald received the Make a Difference award from B-98 FM.
Toys For Tots Meeting Sunday Breakfast Sept 5th.at Post 136!
Mike Shock thanked everyone who helped make Vets Reunion a success.
Charlie Hon brought up Car Show in Peck Ks on Sept 8th we will be sponsor and have ALR 136 put on t-shirts.
Shirt Babe Miss Terri Lehman will be taking new order after Winter Park. ALSO SPOKE ABOUT HELPING HOMELESS Vets on Sept 21 with program that feeds, counsels and gives clothing to Homeless vets on that day. If you want info let Miss Terri know.
Two Wheeled Tues
- 8-14 Buster’s in Derby
8-28 Hooters North East Wichita on N. Rock Rd.
9-4 Wally Browns on South Oliver( The old Charlie’s Club)
9-11 Mary’ Supper Club may change we have a welcome home that night.
Veteran: Active Duty, Retired, National Guard, or Reserve is someone who at on point in his life wrote a blank check made payable to the United States of America for and amount up to and including my life.
Thanks Jarhead for sharing that. REV
Thanks Jarhead for sharing that. REV
