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2024 Virginia Gay Hospital Legacy Award Recipient: Dave Vermedahl
Virginia Gay Hospital is honored to name Dave Vermedahl as the 2024 Legacy Honoree in recognition of his outstanding service and leadership on the Virginia Gay Hospital Board of Directors. Since joining the board in 1998—initially as Mayor of Vinton and, since 2001, in an ongoing role that now includes Vice Chair—Dave has played a vital role in guiding the hospital through transformative projects and initiatives that have enhanced local healthcare access and sustainability. GIVE ONE MORE IN 2024 AT VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
There are still several appointments available for the Virginia Gay Hospital blood drive coming up on Tuesday, November 26th. Our goal is to fill the schedule and make a difference in the lives of patients in need of lifesaving care.Imagine the profound impact we could make if each of us
committed to the simple yet extraordinary act of donating blood more than once in a calendar year. Vinton Shellsburg Salutes our Veterans
Hands down, one of the best events that Vinton-Shellsburg provides for the community is the annual Veterans Assembly. Denny Miller added the finishing touch to the table set for the POW/MIA veterans at the beginning of the ceremony, always a touching moment. As I snapped photos, I realized that I was trying to capture the feeling of the assembly via the clicks of the camera, at the same time knowing that I simply couldn't do it justice. 2024 Virginia Gay Hospital Legacy Award Recipient: Don Logan
Virginia Gay Hospital is honored to announce Don Logan as a recipient of the 2024 Legacy Award, recognizing his exceptional leadership, dedication, and generosity. Don’s contributions as chair of the Virginia Gay Hospital Health Care Foundation Board have been transformative, bringing both growth and sustainability to the hospital’s mission of delivering outstanding healthcare services to the community. Roadside Chat – It's the time. It's the place. Deer are in motion.
“Grease is the time, is the place, is the motion…it’s got groove, it’s got meaning.” These Frankie Valli lyrics from the 70s hit movie “Grease” lend inspiration for today’s Roadside Chat reminding us that deer are in motion…they’ve got hooves and they’ve got meaning.Deer have given significant meaning to today’s date – November 8. Deb and Jeff Hansen Foundation Honors Veterans through Pork for Patriots
Iowa Select Farms supports Iowa veterans and military families by helping communities host Veterans Day celebrations.American Legion Post #57, Vinton, AMVETS Post #218, Vinton, AMVETS, Keystone and American Legion Post #166, Shellsburg were among 160 Iowa veteran-based organizations who are preparing to host Veterans Day celebrations with the support of Iowa Select Farms and the Deb and Jeff Hansen Foundation. Thank You Benton County Veterans for your service
Today's email will be limited to anything Veteran-related, and any obituaries that come in. ---Each year, on this special day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Today, we remember the sacrifices you made for us, the unwavering commitment you gave, and the resilience you continue to show.Many of us will never fully understand the depth of your battles-both on the field and upon returning home. Annual Veterans Day Assembly, Monday, November 11
The annual Veterans Day Assembly will be held on Monday, November 11th at 9 AM.Vinton-Shellsburg is hosting our annual community-wide Veterans Day Assembly at the Middle School. Any and All Veterans are encouraged to attend. The community is invited to join us as we recognize our Veterans in the Middle School Gym.Prior to the assembly, all Veterans and spouses are invited to a breakfast served in the middle school cafeteria from 8:00 to 8:45 a. 2024 Virginia Gay Hospital Legacy Award Recipient: Monica Stark
For the next several days, we will feature the recipients of the . This is the first installment.Pictured: Back Left to Right: Michele Schoonover, Monica Stark, Barb Parbs, Dick Kerdus, Don Logan, Dave Vermedahl Front: Terri Buelow, Dawn Stephenson, Jan Roth---Virginia Gay Hospital proudly recognizes Monica Stark with the 2024 Virginia Gay Hospital Legacy Award, Monca began her employment at Virginia Gay Hospital (VGH) on March 17, 1987, after completing training at Shoitz Hospital in Waterloo, Iowa. Benton County Veteran Affairs collecting donations for Veteran Christmas Dinner
This year instead of our usual appreciation breakfast/dinner, the local Veterans Affairs office will be offering Christmas Baskets. These baskets or bags will have everything in them that a veteran will need to have a Christmas dinner with their family (roughly a family of 6). We are asking for donations to help fill these. Donations needed include your basic sides of corn, green beans, cranberries, potatoes, gravy mix and stuffing.