Military Appreciation Day at the Minnesota State Fair 2025

Military Appreciation Day at the Minnesota State Fair 2025

This week, we’re recorded live from the Minnesota State Fair with our co-host, the Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs. We kick off with the MDVA Chief of Staff providing an overview of the department. We’ll also dive into a Veteran apprenticeship program with Building Strong Communities and meet with leaders from the Minnesota Military and Veterans Museum to discuss construction updates and the relocation of the USS Ward gun, commemorating the 80th anniversary of WWII’s end. Guests include:

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Ribs for the Ribbon and VA Vaccine Insights

Ribs for the Ribbon and VA Vaccine Insights

This week: Dive into the Ribs for the Ribbon event from Big Lake Beyond the Yellow Ribbon, chat with the Minneapolis VA Health Care System about flu and COVID vaccines. Guests include:

 

Click here to learn more about Minneapolis Navy Retired Activities Office (RAO) 

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The 16th Annual MMFF Golf Classic

The 16th Annual MMFF Golf Classic

This week, we’re recorded live from the 16th Annual Minnesota Military Family Foundation Golf Classic. Join us as we speak with MMFF leadership and board members, and connect with the Chanhassen American Legion Post 580 and Volunteers for American Veterans to explore how their golf events support the MMFF. Guests include:

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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers: Managing Floods and Recreation

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers: Managing Floods and Recreation

This week on Minnesota Military Radio, explore the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers St. Paul District’s vital mission. Learn about their efforts in flood management, environmental restoration, and overseeing extensive public lands and waters for recreation. From campgrounds to boat ramps, discover how they support communities and provide veterans with free military passes at recreation.gov. Guests include:

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Serving Minnesota Veterans: The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

Serving Minnesota Veterans: The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

This week, discover how the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) supports our heroes with benefits like state veterans homes and suicide prevention programs, and explore the vital role of the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers in partnering with MDVA. Guests include:

Visit minnesotaveteran.org and join us at the MN State Fair on Military Appreciation Day, Aug 26!

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