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Women Veterans of Minnesota will
be hosting their annual Fall Luncheon at American Legion Post 1776 in
Apple Valley on Saturday, October 14.
Guests are welcome, Women Veterans are encouraged to share this event.
Doors will open at 9 a.m. followed by a 10 a.m. meeting, with the lunch being served at noon.
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VA staff, Veterans, family
members and the general public are invited to participate in the annual
5k Family Fun Run/Walk & Roll event, co-sponsored by VA and the
PVA, begins at 9:30 a.m. with a free fun-run for kids.
The 5-kilometer course winds around the Minneapolis VA Medical Center Campus.
Entry fee is $15 and
includes a t-shirt, $5 for Veterans enrolled in the MOVE program.
Participants must register by Sept. 15 to receive a t-shirt.
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You are cordially invited to save the date for the 2017
Joining Community Forces-MN Conference Series. JCF-MN Conferences unite Yellow
Ribbon Network volunteers, service providers, and community leaders for
the purpose of sharing best practices,
building relationships, and providing updates on military support
initiatives. Mark your calendar and share this opportunity with your colleagues
and committee members. Registration is
now open!
Check-in 8 a.m.
Conference start 8:30 a.m.
October 5: Southwest MN State University - Marshall
Registration deadline Sept. 22: Register here
October 24: Minnesota State University - Moorhead
Registration deadline: Oct. 10: Register here
November 2: Metropolitan State University - St. Paul
Registration deadline Oct. 19: Register here
November 16: Camp Ripley Education Center - Little Falls
Registration deadline Nov. 2: Register here
For questions or assistance please contact:
2LT Wagle
Phone: (651) 268-8538
E-mail
Danelle Bybee
Phone: (218) 831-1705
E-mail
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 MDVA is a proud local sponsor of the PBS documentary “The Vietnam War” directed by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick.
The Vietnam War is a ten-part, 18-hour documentary film series directed by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick that will air on PBS starting on Sunday September, September 17. In an immersive 360-degree narrative, Burns and Novick tell the epic story of the Vietnam War as it has never before been told on film. Six years in the making, the series brings the war and the chaotic epoch it encompassed viscerally to life.
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Some companies attempt to convince people to hand over some of their monthly pension payments in exchange for a short-term loan. Exchanging future pension benefits for quick cash now might seem enticing, but can be a very expensive way to borrow money and result in low monthly pension payments for years to come.
You might find a website online, see an ad that promises quick cash, receive a telephone call from an outfit with an official-sounding name, or get referred to a company by an acquaintance.
The company offers a lump sum payment (i.e. a loan) today in exchange for the right to a portion of your future monthly pension payments. These agreements are an expensive way to borrow money. In addition to taking some of your pension check for as long as the next five or ten years, these agreements may include additional hefty fees. The payment you get today is often only a small fraction of the amount you must eventually pay back to the company.
More Information from the Office of the Minnesota Attorney General >>
The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is looking for individuals across the state interested in joining a team that is committed to helping serve Minnesota Veterans and their families. Whether you are a Veteran, family member, or an individual who wants to show your support for our nation’s heroes, we are confident you will find a career path that is diverse, team-oriented and focused on making a real difference. Some of our current job openings:
Fergus Falls
Hastings
Luverne
Minneapolis
Silver Bay
Veterans are hardwired to be successful small business owners because of
their inherent self-discipline and ability to focus. If you’re thinking
of starting a business or currently own a small business, this free
one-day seminar offered through Homefront Resource Center is designed to
help you to achieve your goals.
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The Minnesota Assistance Council
for Veterans will be hosting the following upcoming events:
The DAV of MN is looking for Veterans interested in
joining other Veterans on a one day pheasant hunt. This hunt is open to Veterans of all eras. Come join this amazing pheasant hunt sponsored by the
DAV of MN. Make sure to
read the application to find out more information. The application deadline is
October 9th.
Veteran will be responsible for providing his or her own shotgun for
the hunt. The hunt will kick off around 1 p.m. and last
for a couple hours. There will be guides and dogs provided for the hunt.
After the hunt there will be a meal provided to all hunters.
If you have questions please contact John Carson: (651) 291-1212
Sand Pines Pheasant
12195 Norway Road Avon
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The Minnesota Department of Military Affairs (DMA) is accepting hunt applications for the Camp Ripley and Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS) hunting events this fall and spring 2018.
The 2017 military members archery hunt will be held October 4 - 5 at Camp Ripley and October 16-18, October 27-29, November 8-10, December 8-10 at AHATS. Minnesota residents who are current or retired military members, or have served since 2001 for any of our Nation's Armed Forces may apply. Applications are due by August 18, 2017.
The 2017 deployed soldier muzzleloader hunt will be held November 27-29. Applicants must be an active or retired Minnesota Army or Air National Guard Soldier that has been mobilized with a Minnesota Army or Air National Guard Unit to support the Global War on Terrorism since September 11, 2001. Applications are due by September 15, 2017.
The 2018 deployed soldier turkey hunt will be held April 25-26 (Season C) and again on May 14-15 (Season E) at Camp Ripley. AHATS hunts will be May 9-11 (Season E) and May 12-14 (Season E), 2018. Applications are due by December 1, 2017 for these hunts and applicants must be current or retired military members, or have served since 2001 for any of our Nation's Armed Forces.
Click here to apply and for further information and eligibility requirements >>
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Join the State of Minnesota for the second enterprise-wide career fair.
The event will bring together representatives from every state agency to
connect Minnesotans with opportunities in state government.
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From the Minnesota Department of Revenue:
ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Credit for Military Service in a Combat Zone for service in 2013 will expire for most qualifying service members on October 16, 2017. The Minnesota Department of Revenue is reminding Minnesota service members to take advantage of the refundable tax credit before it expires. The 2013 credit is worth $120 per month, or partial month served.
The department recently sent letters explaining how to claim the credit to over 1,500 service members who may qualify. Service members have already claimed more than $1 million in refunds for the 2013 credit, with an average refund of $620.
“Military service members earned this credit while sacrificing for our country. The department wants to make sure they have the information they need to claim this 2013 credit before it expires in October,” said Revenue Commissioner Cynthia Bauerly.
To qualify for the credit, service members must meet all of the following requirements:
- Served in a combat zone or qualified hazardous-duty area anytime on or after January 1, 2013
- Been a Minnesota resident during the time of service
- Received combat pay which is exempt from federal and Minnesota income tax
To receive the credit, service members must send the following documents:
Applications must be postmarked by October 16, 2017.
For more information on the military tax credit and to fill out the form, visit our website at www.revenue.state.mn.us.
Check out and share our video that explains who qualifies and how to claim the Credit for Military Service in a Combat Zone. Tax credits for service in a combat zone are also available for 2014, 2015 and 2016. For more information, visit the Members of the Military page on our website and sign up for email updates on military credits, application deadlines, and tax law changes.
For information on combat zone locations that qualify for the tax credit, visit the IRS website at www.irs.gov.
Qualified Veteran participants –
of any era – will receive five full days of instruction on IBM i2®
Analyst’s Notebook® as part of a new IBM Veterans Employment Initiative.
After the course, participants
may take the exam for certification as an advanced data analyst and
receive job placement assistance from IBM.
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In recognition of Veterans Day on Saturday Nov. 11, the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs is compiling a list of Veterans Day events around the state. Community organizers statewide are encouraged to submit event information to MDVA by Oct. 31 to be included on our website, social media, and distributed to media throughout Minnesota.
Submit your community event online >>
A brand new Cirque du Soleil show is going to be
appearing at Target Center November 9 – 12, 2017. Cirque du Soleil’s newest show’s goal is to create a whole
new form of entertainment and redefine the standards of the ice show. To
conceive a never-before-seen hybrid of ice arts and circus disciplines;
combining the artistry, surreal aesthetic and jaw-dropping acrobatics of Cirque
du Soleil with world class skating, interactive multimedia, innovative
choreography, and poignant storytelling.
Families can fill out the order form and simply submit
it to the Target Center Box Office. Tickets will be mailed directly back to the
individual families.
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Blacksmithing can be a form of
mental and physical therapy and provide a creative outlet for many
people, including disabled Veterans and Veterans with PTSD.
This event is open to all
military personnel, past and present. Whether you have never swung a
hammer before, have some experience, or have a disability that prevents
you from enjoying hobbies like blacksmithing, Ken's Custom Iron wants
you to join them for a day in the shop. Take a tour and try your hand at
heating up and pounding on some iron!
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Acres for Life Wellness and Therapy Center is honored to present a one-time local premiere screening
of the powerful, award winning documentary Thank You for Your Service at the
Wooddale Church/Music Box Theatre on Friday, November 10th at 7 p.m.
Thank You for Your Service is a film about Veterans,
their families, and the mental health crises they face after returning from
combat and what the possible solutions to their situations could look like.
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