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For over 12 years, the award-winning Minnesota Military Radio (MMR) has been the forum for retelling the stories of Minnesota?s heroes. Vietnam Veteran and volunteer host Tom Lyons shares these stories which are carried on 65 broadcasting stations throughout the state of Minnesota in an effort to preserve the stories of our Veterans and keep listeners up to date on things happening at MDVA and in our Veteran Community here in Minnesota.
Coming up this week we discuss Minnesota Military and Veteran Legislation with Congressman Tom Emmer, learn about the 148th Fighter Wing at the Girls Rock Wings event in Atlanta and get an update from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System.
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Join the Minnesota Military & Veterans Museum for a virtual program, via Zoom, to revisit the remarkable experiences of Minnesota service members on December 7, 1941 and the enduring efforts to ensure we never forget Pearl Harbor.
Looking ahead, we will share how their story will have a special place of prominence in the new Military & Veterans Museum at Camp Ripley to open in 2026.
Developed in partnership with the Minnesota Chapter of the Sons and Daughters of Pearl Harbor Survivors and the Navy League of the United States ? Minnesota Council.
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A holiday meal will be provided with supportive services to Veterans who are currently homeless, have experienced homelessness or are at risk of becoming homeless.
This event is sponsored by the Minnesota Twins and WCCO in collaboration with the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV).
Wednesday, Dec. 13
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
South Entrance of Target Field
372 N 5th St
Minneapolis, MN
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The PACT Act is a new law that expands VA health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange and other toxic substances.
The PACT Act adds to the list of health conditions the VA presumes are caused by exposure to these substances. This law helps provide generations of Veterans?and their survivors?with the care and benefits they?ve earned and deserve.
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The Veterans Crisis Line's number?988 then Press 1?helps make it easier to remember and share the number to access help in times of need.
Veterans can use this option by dialing 988 and pressing 1 to contact the Veterans Crisis Line. Veterans may still reach the Veterans Crisis Line with the previous phone number?1-800-273-8255 and Press 1?by text (838255), and through chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat.
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Minnesota Veterans who served sometime between September 11, 2001, and August 30, 2021 may be eligible for a Post-9/11 Service Bonus. More than 20,000 Minnesota Veterans who served in the Global War on Terrorism have already received bonuses totaling $21.4 million in recognition of their service.
The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs is distributing nearly $39.8 million in bonuses. Eligible Veterans are paid on a first-come, first-served basis, so Veterans should apply today before the funds are gone.
To apply, visit MinnesotaVeteran.org/ServiceBonus.
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If you know of a Veteran-related community event happening in your area you would like to submit to be included in our Friday Digest, please email all event information to [email protected] for consideration.
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