Entries by Ryan

Honoring Service: Tribute, Veterans Homes Update, and 2026 Legislative Outlook

This week on Minnesota Military Radio: Honoring Service: Tribute, Veterans Homes Update, and 2026 Legislative Outlook. We open with a tribute to Sergeant First Class Nicole Amor of White Bear Lake, Minnesota, and reflect on the sacrifices made by our service members and their families every day. The program features an in-depth conversation with Diane […]

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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers St. Paul District: Navigation, Flood Protection, and River Recreation

This week Minnesota Military Radio features the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers St. Paul District, highlighting their essential civil works missions across Minnesota and the upper Midwest. Hosted by retired Command Sergeant Major Doug Wortham, the episode explores how the district—primarily civilian-led—supports national security through reliable Mississippi River commerce, protects communities from flooding, restores ecosystems, […]

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Walser Automotive Group: Minnesota’s First Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Automotive Company

On this week’s show, Walser Automotive Group has proudly earned the designation as Minnesota’s first automotive retailer to become a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon (BTYR) Company. Proclaimed in November 2025, this recognition honors employers who go beyond symbolic gestures to deliver real support for veterans, service members, National Guard/Reserve members, and their families through intentional […]

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Spotlighting the Poly Trauma Center of Excellence: Lifeline for Minnesota Veterans

This week, host Retired Command Sergeant Major Doug Wortham spotlights the incredible work of the Poly Trauma Center of Excellence at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. For veterans and service members facing complex, life-changing injuries—often involving traumatic brain injury (TBI) combined with other physical and emotional trauma—this center provides a full continuum of specialized […]

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Supporting Minnesota Veterans: VFW Updates and the New Health Navigator Program

This week on Minnesota Military Radio, host Retired Command Sergeant Major Doug Wortham welcomes two knowledgeable guests who are deeply committed to supporting Minnesota’s veterans and their families. Through advocacy, community action, and innovative new programs, they share practical ways the state is honoring and assisting those who have served. Barry Hendrickson, Adjutant Quartermaster and […]

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