Winamac American Legion Post 71 and VFW Post 1728 will hold their annual Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 29 at 11:00 a.m. ET at the Pulaski County courthouse memorial.
Continue readingKnox VFW’s 24-Hour Vigil to Lead Off Memorial Day Events
Those who sacrificed their lives for their country will be honored this weekend with events throughout the local area. The Knox VFW will once again hold its 24-hour vigil, starting at noon Sunday, following an opening ceremony at 11:30.
Continue readingConstruction Moving Quickly on New Winamac Town Park Restrooms
Construction is moving on the Winamac Town Park’s new restrooms. Park Manager Dave DeLorenzo gave an update to the town’s park board Thursday.
Continue readingWinamac Toddler Playground Equipment Ordered, Park Board Accepts $500 Donation
Winamac Town Park upgrades continue to move ahead. During Thursday’s park board meeting, Board Secretary Kim Burke said that the new toddler playground equipment has been ordered.
Continue readingWinamac Park Board Approves Bench Installation at Veterans Memorial Park
After years of discussions, Veterans Memorial Park in Winamac may finally get a bench. The town’s park board voted Thursday to allow the VFW and any other interested veterans groups to work on the effort.
Continue readingAmerican Flags Available for Pulaski County Gravesites on Memorial Day
Frain Mortuary is partnering with the Winamac American Legion Post #71 and Winamac VFW Post #1728 to make small American flags available to families to place at a gravesite of a veteran. While the members of the veteran’s organizations usually complete this task, a gravesite may be overlooked. If a flag needs to be placed at a gravesite, they can be picked up at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The gravesite location will be added to the list for next year.
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