National PBS will host the National Memorial Day Concert on Sunday, May 24, 2020 at 7:00 pm CT. The concert is performed on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. It has been performed for over 30 years. The program features celebrities, military bands and choirs along the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and... Continue Reading →
Armed Forces Day 2020
Proclamation on Armed Forces Day, 2020 In times of war and peace alike, on land, at sea, in the skies, in cyberspace, and beyond the Earth’s atmosphere, the men and women of our Nation’s Armed Forces serve with honor and distinction and stand ready to selflessly defend our Nation. On Armed Forces Day, we pay tribute to... Continue Reading →
Minnesota Medal of Honor Day 2020
While things in Minnesota are chaotic with the Corona Virus, Tuesday, March 25, 2020 is hereby proclaimed as Minnesota Medal of Honor Day in the State of Minnesota. In 2009, the House passed HF433 / SF236, which designated March 25 as Medal of Honor Day. Sponsored by Rep. Mike Obermueller (DFL-Eagan) and Sen. Jim Carlson... Continue Reading →
Month of the Military Child 2019
The month of April is dedicated as the "Month of the Military Child." In recognition of their sacrifice, we take the time to celebrate children of Service Members and Veterans during April. The celebration was started in 1986 by former Secretary of Defense Caspar W. Weinberger to highlight the important role that military-connected youth play. ... Continue Reading →
Veterans Day 2018
Veterans Day 2018 poster November 11 is Veterans Day, the national holiday dedicated to honoring all who have served in America’s armed forces. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the end of WWI. It was originally known as Armistice Day because the armistice or temporary cessation of hostilities for World War I took effect... Continue Reading →
Stephen Siller Tunnel to Tower Foundation 9/11 Memorial
The Dakota County Fair is bringing in the "Stephen Siller Tunnel to Tower Foundation 9/11 NEVER FORGET Mobile Exhibit" on Aug. 6-8. Stephen Siller Tunnel to Tower Foundation 9/11 NEVER FORGET Mobile Exhibit The exhibit includes a 53-foot tractor trailer transforms into a 1,000 square foot exhibit floor featuring artifacts and interactive educational elements to... Continue Reading →
Woman Veteran Plate
Available January 1, 2015 will be the Woman Veteran Plate honoring the contributions women veterans have made to the nation. Woman veteran plates may be applied for at a Deputy Registrar office or by mailing an Application for Special Plates (PS2010) and appropriate fees and documents to: Driver and Vehicle Services445 Minnesota Street Suite 164 St.... Continue Reading →
Veterans to Receive 1.5 Percent Cost-of-Living Increase
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 4, 2013 Veterans to Receive 1.5 Percent Cost-of-Living IncreaseNew Rates for Compensation and Pension Benefits in 2014 WASHINGTON – Veterans, their families and survivors receiving disability compensation and pension benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs will receive a 1.5 percent cost-of-living increase in their monthly payments... Continue Reading →
Force structure changes affect 14 states
Posted 2/3/2012 Updated 2/3/2012 by Col. Bob ThompsonOffice of Air Force Reserve Public Affairs 2/3/2012 - WASHINGTON -- The Air Force plans to retire 82 Air Force Reserve Command aircraft and make other changes in the command in the next few years, according to Pentagon officials Feb. 3. States impacted are Alabama, Arkansas, California, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi,... Continue Reading →
Michael “Mike” Colalillo dies
Michael “Mike” Colalillo, 86, of Duluth, the last World War II Medal of Honor recipient of Minnesota, passed away Friday, Dec. 30, 2011, in Ecumen Bayshore Care Center. Mike was born Dec. 1, 1925, in Hibbing, the son of Carlo and Victoria (Jannone) Colalillo. He served in the United States Army during World War II.... Continue Reading →