MILITARY
Cottrell chooses Naval Academy over West Point
Clay Cottrell is going to be looking at a lot of blue water in the coming years.
March 12, 2010
Military
• Navy Ensign John J. Pouliot, a 1997 graduate of Sebeka High School, recently received his commission as a naval officer after completing Officer Candidate School at Officer Indoctrination School, Newport, R.I.March 12, 2010
Design the national Veterans Day poster
Do you have an idea for a national Veterans Day poster?By David A. Anderson Wadena County Veteran Service Officer , March 12, 2010
Vets who missed out on high school diploma sought 
Students, faculty and staff at Wadena Deer Creek High School, in cooperation with local VFW Post 3922, want to never forget the sacrifices made by the men and women of our armed forces. It has been decided to honor local veterans in a different way. Those servicemen and women who enlisted or were drafted before receiving their diploma are invited to WDC high school ceremonies to receive that diploma.
March 05, 2010
Too many retirees turn down SBP
A typical officer retiring today who declines to enroll in the Survivor Benefit Plan lets the government off the hook for a subsidy worth $50,100 in net present value, said Department of Defense actuaries.
By David A. Anderson Wadena County Veteran Service Officer , March 05, 2010
Study of Vietnam-era female veterans being conducted
Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki announced the Department of Veterans Affairs is launching a comprehensive study of women veterans who served in the military during the Vietnam War to explore the effects of their military service upon their mental and physical health.
By David A. Anderson Wadena County Veteran Service Officer , February 25, 2010
Herbicide was tested at Eglin AFB
Public Contact personnel may receive inquiries concerning exposure to herbicide(s) at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. during November to December 1952, March to April 1953, March 1962 to January 1971 and April 1972 to March 1979.
By David A. Anderson Wadena County Veteran Service Officer , February 19, 2010
Vets gather
Visiting veterans from VFWs across the sixth district gathered in Wadena Feb. 6.
February 12, 2010
VA and DoD announce Disability Evaluation System pilot expansion
To expedite the delivery of benefits to many injured service members who receive disability compensation from the Department of Veterans Affairs, the department announced the expansion of a program with the Department of Defense to streamline the application process for people retiring or exiting the military due to disabilities.
By David A. Anderson Wadena County Veteran Service Officer , February 12, 2010
Siedschlaw finishes basic training
Air Force Airman Brady L. Siedschlaw graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
February 05, 2010
Valentines for Vets
Every year students at WDC Elementary School participate in the Valentines for Vets program. The handmade Valentines are distributed to veterans in the area and to local retirement facilities.
February 05, 2010
An overview of VA home loans
For veterans, a VA loan can be the most flexible home financing option available. Zero down payments, no private mortgage insurance, relaxed qualifying standards, and low interest rates are some of the benefits enjoyed by VA mortgage holders.
February 05, 2010
Five myths about the military — busted
There are many misconceptions and myths about the military floating around out there. Here are five common myths about the military busted.
By David A. Anderson Wadena County Veteran Service Officer , January 22, 2010
How does military pay stack up?
Money may not be the only reason a person would be thinking about joining the military, but it can be an important consideration. Let’s compare what someone would make in a civilian job to what they could make in the military.
By David A. Anderson Wadena County Veteran Service Officer , January 15, 2010
National health care reform update
As you are most probably aware of by now, the Senate passed 60-39 a much amended H.R. 3590, The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
By David A. Anderson Wadena County Veteran Service Officer , January 07, 2010
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OUR VOICES Pay Bulls bills
Sen. Katie Sieben, DFL-Cottage Grove, and Rep. Phil Sterner, DFL-Rosemount, have introduced bills to pay $10 million past due to the Minnesota National Guard 34th Infantry Division, known as the Red Bulls. The bills call for the state to send about 2,500 military personnel checks that were due them
Posted by: Don Davis on Feb 12, 2010 at 2:48 PM | Capitol ChatterOUR VOICES Military back pay wanted
Rep. John Lesch, DFL-St. Paul, is adding his voice to those calling for members of the Minnesota National Guard to receive much-delayed bonus pay. Lesch, completing his National Guard boot camp training today, said that he wants a 2007 federal promise to Minnesota’s Red Bull 34th Infantry Bri
Posted by: Don Davis on Feb 9, 2010 at 6:05 PM | Capitol ChatterOUR VOICES Franken seeks soldier mental health aid
U.S. Sen. Al Franken wants federal funds to pay for mental health screenings for military personnel returning from overseas. “Congress needs to take action to address the shortfalls in the military’s system of identifying and caring for post-traumatic stress injuries,” Franken sai
Posted by: Don Davis on Sep 15, 2009 at 5:46 PM | Capitol ChatterOUR VOICES Military loss loans available
Minnesota businesses financially hurt when an employee is called to military service may obtain interest-free loans. Loans of $5,000 to $20,000 are available to small businesses, the state Department of Employment and Economic Development announced. "Small businesses can face economic hardshi
Posted by: Don Davis on Jul 30, 2009 at 7:46 AM | Capitol ChatterOUR VOICES Free military letters
A bill co-sponsored by U.S. Rep. Erik Paulsen, R-Minn., would provide free mail from military personnel overseas to their family members back home. The House passed the measure 389-22. It still needs Senate approval. “The families of our service members, in a very tangible way, serve alongsi
Posted by: Don Davis on Jun 26, 2009 at 11:58 AM | Capitol Chatter
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