“At a street fair in 1997, I was challenged by a VFW Recruiter as to why I had never joined the VFW. I told him no one ever asked. We talked about the local programs the organization sponsored. The activities sounded interesting so I thought that I would try it … More Why I Joined – Steve Johnson
Why I Joined – Steve Johnson
World War 2 Veteran Turns 100
Mr. Luciene Ott of East Wenatchee celebrated his 100th birthday on October 24th surrounded by family and friends at his home on SE 4th Street. As a special surprise, his daughter contacted our VFW Post and asked if it was possible to organize a vehicle parade in front of his … More World War 2 Veteran Turns 100
COVID update
From Commander Pieratt: “Due to the rapid explosion of the Delta Strain Coronavirus in the Valley, and in consultation with the Chelan-Douglas Health District, VFW coffee breaks (in-person) have been suspended until further notice. The Wenatchee Valley VFW Post 3617 Auxiliary has already canceled the yard sale that was scheduled … More COVID update
Pangborn Flag replacement
A couple years ago, VFW Post 3617 adopted the duties of lowering and raising the 20′ x 30′ flag at the Pangborn traffic circle in East Wenatchee. These duties were previously handled by the Douglas County facilities department. Volunteer members of our Post replaced this flag on 18 August 2021. … More Pangborn Flag replacement
A VFW Message to Veterans in the Wake of Recent Events in Afghanistan
The following is a message from VFW National Commander Fritz Mihelcic With the recent turn of events in Afghanistan, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) wants the veterans of the war in Afghanistan to know we stand with you. Scores of VFW members know the anger, frustration, and sadness you … More A VFW Message to Veterans in the Wake of Recent Events in Afghanistan
Flag Day 2021
Flag Day commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777. While most commonly recognized as a day to learn about the history of our flag, it is also often used as a day to respectfully and ceremoniously retire old, faded, frayed flags and those … More Flag Day 2021
Memorial Day 2021
As restrictions lift and vaccinations increase, this year’s Memorial Day looked a bit more like “normal”. As part of the Patriotic Council, our post was involved with a number of events around the Wenatchee Valley on Monday, 31 May 2021. Flags had been placed on veterans graves at both Wenatchee … More Memorial Day 2021
Toxic Exposures news
On 27 May 2021, VA announced two major decisions related to presumptive conditions associated with Agent Orange and particulate matter exposures during military service in Southwest Asia. 1] VA will begin implementing provisions of the William M. Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116-283), adding … More Toxic Exposures news
National Vietnam War Veterans Day
National Vietnam War Veterans Day is observed every year on March 29 and is a way to thank and honor our nation’s Vietnam veterans and their families for their service and sacrifice. There are 5 objectives with Vietnam Commemoration and the other four are: Highlight the service of our Armed … More National Vietnam War Veterans Day
SAVE LIVES Act Signed into Law
“WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden signed the SAVE LIVES Act into law today, expanding VA’s legal authority to provide COVID-19 vaccines to all Veterans, regardless of their VA health care enrollment status, as well as Veteran spouses, caregivers and some beneficiaries. “The SAVE LIVES Act removed some of the legal limits on the … More SAVE LIVES Act Signed into Law
