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Commander’s Corner

Commander’s Corner

I think it is important that we recognize September as Suicide prevention month. We know that we have several comrades out there who need help and support. For anyone who needs help please reach out! 

We understand that you may not want to reach out to someone personally, but maybe you are willing to reach out on line or maybe at our kiosk. You can go to our kiosk which is located in front of Edmonds city hall. 

A new app is coming out on November 11th called “Operation pop smoke”. You can read more about it at https://americanmilitarynews.com/2019/08/new-app-works-to-end-suicides-among-veterans/. You can also support the effort here in Washington State by going to the facebook page and supporting the district in getting up and running with “Operation pop smoke”. Go to https://www.facebook.com/ operationpopsmoke/ to learn more. 

Commander’s Corner

Commander’s Corner

A reminder: nominations for Post officers for the 2020 VFW year will be held at the March meeting. Again, elective offices are Commander, Jr. and Sr. Vice Commander, Quartermaster, Chaplain and Trustees. Our nominating committee has prepared a slate of candidates for your consideration, but nominations will also be taken from the floor. Please do not nominate anyone without their permission. Elections will take place at the April Post meeting. 

Looking ahead, we will begin sign ups for Memorial Day Poppy distribution this month, to take place on Friday and Saturday, May 24 & 25 at our four usual locations. We need all hands participating to maximize results. Please consider working multiple shifts.