Jun 23, 2026 ELOISE OGDEN Editor eogden@minotdailynews.com North Dakota’s longest living World War II veteran has died. Ray Curtis, Minot, formerly of Columbus, died Sunday, June 21, at a Minot assisted living facility. He was 109 years old. In recent …
The Ellingson family, local Veterans organizations, and community members across North Dakota and Minnesota are gathering this week for a historic three‑day homecoming honoring Staff Sergeant Irvin Ellingson, whose remains are returning home more than 80 …
The Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) North Dakota chapters will gather in Mayville on Saturday, July 18, 2026, for the annual State Meeting & Picnic, bringing together veterans, families, and community supporters for a full day of connection and …
WASHINGTON – At a Senate Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Committee hearing on the Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) Fiscal Year 2027 budget request, Senator John Hoeven secured support from VA Secretary Doug Collins to expand …
The North Dakota Veterans Home Foundation, Inc. has announced the return of its annual golf tournament, scheduled for June 5, 2026, at the Maple River Golf Club. The event serves as one of the Foundation’s key fundraisers, helping build a permanent …
🚫 No Veteran Should Ever Pay Upfront for VA or Community Care Appointments The alert emphasizes several key protections for Veterans: Veterans should never pay for VA or Community Care appointments before or at the time of the visit. VA does not charge …
WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs today announced a major new step to protect Veterans’ Second Amendment rights. Effective immediately, VA will not report Veterans to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Instant Criminal Background …
ABERCROMBIE, N.D. — Fort Saloon is turning its Sundays in March into a community‑driven effort to support military and veteran families. Through its new initiative, “Sundays for a Cause,” the local establishment will donate 10% of all Sunday sales …
Three Fargo-area Veterans have earned national recognition for their outstanding artistic achievements at the 2025 National Veterans Creative Arts Competition, one of the largest and most respected creative arts programs in the country. This year’s …
FARGO, N.D.—Community members, veterans, and supporters from across the region will gather February 6–7 at the West Acres Mall parking lot for the Freeze Out for the Fisher House, a two‑day fundraising and awareness event supporting the construction of …
/ Published Dec. 9, 2025 WASHINGTON, The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced today that U.S. Army Air Forces Staff Sgt. Irvin C. Ellingson, 25, of Dahlen, North Dakota, killed during World War II, was accounted for on June 17, 2025. Ellingson…
FARGO, N.D. — The North Dakota Reserve Officers Association (ROA) has announced details for its annual Christmas Party, a long-standing tradition that brings together members, guests, and community supporters for an evening of celebration and camaraderie …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 22nd, 2025 GRAND FORKS, ND—The Fargo VA Health Care System is excited to announce that starting November 21st, 2025, the Grand Forks Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) will be operating from its new location at: 1407 …
CorVent Medical of Fargo ND is excited to announce the first-ever Fisher House Clay Target Trap Shoot Fundraiser, scheduled for Sept. 20 at the Shooting Park in Horace, ND. This event is a unique opportunity to support our mission of providing housing and …
Fargo, ND – August 1, 2025 – The Fargo National Cemetery will host a ceremony commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Unconditional Surrender of Japan, which marked the formal end of World War II. This historic event will take place on Thursday, August …
WATFORD CITY, ND —The VA Fargo Health Care System, in partnership with the Carl E. Rogen American Legion Post 139, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of our new Accessing Telehealth through Local Area Stations (ATLAS) site on July 14, 2025, at the …
For immediate release July 7, 2025 2:06 pm WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs today announced it’s on pace to reduce total VA staff by nearly 30,000 employees by the end of fiscal year 2025, eliminating the need for a large-scale reduction-in- …
📢 Exciting News for Veterans! 📢 Join us for Summer VetFest, presented by VA Fargo! 🎉 Enjoy an evening of enrollment support, assistance, and valuable information—all free for veterans and their families. 🗓️ Date: June 25, 2025 ⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM 📍 …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT April 9, 2025 Rachel Buening 202-224-2043 WASHINGTON, D.C. – When Congress passed the Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act of 2019, it authorized several new programs designed to …
The process of applying for VA benefits can be complex, and we understand that Veterans often rely on assistance to navigate the process. Unfortunately, among some of the resources, there are claims predators who take advantage of Veterans and their …
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