Way to go Subvets !!! – we collected donations of 24 cases of canned food, 30 pounds of sugar and 50 pounds of potatoes along with $755 in cash that has been placed on the Soup Kitchen’s account at a local meat packing plant. Pictured here food
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Veterans Day Deals Chili’s Veterans day meal – choose from Old Timer with Cheese, Chicken Quesadillas, Three piece Crispers with fries, Chili or Soup and salad. Great Clips On Saturday, November 11, 2023, veterans and active service members can go into any U.S. Great Clips salon and
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Idaho Public Television (IPTV), in conjunction with the Idaho State Historical preservation Office (SHPO) has produced a documentary entitled “Idaho’s Nuclear Navy” to tell the story of Idaho’s Naval Reactors Facility. Idaho Falls is proud to host the premier showing of this short 37-minute documentary at the
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It’s been quite some time since we posted this information and it certainly is appropriate to repeat since we’ve gained followers. With your DD 214 or other ID that proves you’re a veteran you can receive a FREE lifetime pass for our National Parks and more. Covers
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In response to the post of 24 August, the Holland Club is so named to honor the legacy of John P. Holland, an Irish born engineer who was intrigued with the idea of submersibles. He originally offered his design for a submarine to the U.S. Navy in
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The Holland Club recognizes those USSVI members who are celebrating the 50th anniversary of their qualifying for the Submarine Warfare pin (Dolphins) they wore on the left breast of their uniform. The following members are those most recently awarded the Holland Club designation. In the following list
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Only a couple more weeks left of summer coverage of the Hawkbill Sail and Science Center Museum. Please sign up with Scott if you’re available. Pictured here is Doc mentoring Ellie at the sail. Ellie is a local volunteer from Arco who is authorized to augment Hawkbill
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Sub Vets of East Idaho (Hawkbill Base) – Took over staffing the Idaho Falls Soup Kitchen for a day on August 10th. Part of the Base commitment is to aid the Soup Kitchen by preparing and serving lunch once per quarter. The lunch of Taco Casserole, corn,
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Many thanks to the Hawkbill Crew and family members who traveled to Arco Idaho for Atomic Days. Also, special recognition to Hawkbill Base Secretary-Treasurer Scott Ullsperger who coordinated the memorial event at the Arco Science Center and Hawkbill Sail. Bravo-Zulu Scott. Pictured, a memorial plaque that summarizes
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Hawkbill Base follows the tradition established by USSVI National in rendering honors to deceased Submarine Veterans. As part of the Arco Days gathering with Hawkbill crew members, the Base conducted a memorial service for two deceased crew members who were honored with plaques at the Hawkbill Sail.
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