Craig Daily Press

July 4th community picnic this Friday

The American Legion Post 62 is sponsoring a community picnic/barbecue and fireworks-watching celebration this Friday at the old Shadow Mountain complex. They are offering a $3 hamburger or hot dog, salad, chips and drink special. Read the paper and listen to news spots on the radio for more details.

Historical Veteran/national dates

• July 2 — US Army Air Corps established (1926)

• July 4 — Independence Day (fly your flag)

• July 21 — First moonwalk by Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin

• July 27 — National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day (War ended 1953)

• July 28 — World War I commenced (1914)

TMH name change proposal

The local veterans community and widows/families of World War II veterans applaud the hospital board for its decision not to change the name after the past 60 years. We understand the process that began in May and the efforts they went to allow public input. We applaud that opportunity too. We realize the amount of time and documentation that was expended in allowing public opinion instead of meeting by committee behind closed doors and determining a new name in an even smaller group discussion. We also understand that those who have a strong opinion and or interest (pro or con) in a project will take the time to supply it. Thanks to all those who participated in the TMH survey and meetings.

Camera left at CVSO office

Would like to find the person or persons who left a new camera at my office. Please contact me and identify.

American Legion Raffle tickets

The Legion Post 62 is sponsoring a raffle to be drawn at 6 p.m. July 4 at their community picnic. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. The first prize is $500, ($25 cards) worth of gas or merchandise at the Loaf & Jug on highway 40. Second prize is for $250 for gas or merchandise, as well. Support the Legion while filling your vehicle with the winnings. These $25 cards are good at any Loaf & Jug in the western states for gas or any other product you choose.

For information on these programs and/or other veterans’ benefits, call or stop in the Moffat County VSO office at 480 Barclay St. (west of the Bank of Colorado parking lot).

Call 970-824-3246 or use the fax 970-824-7108. Our e-mail address is veterans@moffatcounty.net. The office is open from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Other times can be arranged by appointment only.

Bring a copy of your separation papers (DD-214) for application for VA programs and for filing at our office.