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American Legion Jay Wilson Post 112 hosting Veterans Day events

The American Legion Jay Wilson Post 112 in Madison announced it is hosting its annual
Veterans Day Commemoration Nov. 10-12 to honor all those who have served to protect the country and freedoms.

On Nov. 10 from 4 to 7 p.m., a dinner will be offered to all veterans and their guests that will include homemade meatloaf, mashed potatoes, green beans, dessert, and coffee. This dinner is free for veterans and a $5 donation for guests, according to a news release.

Afterwards, the Full Circle Band will perform.

On Nov. 11, the Legion Auxiliary is preparing a pancake breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m. followed by an event-filled day to include a kid’s coloring contest, a presentation from Jungle Terry, a flag etiquette seminar, and a Chinese auction, the release stated.

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American Legion Post hosting fundraiser for dedicated member

Benny Wilhelm freely admits he’s not used to being the one to get help.

“It is better to give than to receive,” he said.

But the men and women of American Legion Post 65 wanted to help a man who has for years been the one to help veterans get their benefits or to lend an ear to those just needing someone to understand their struggles.

On Saturday, the post is hosting a fundraiser to assist Wilhelm and his family as he fights a battle that began more than five decades ago when he was exposed to Agent Orange during his service in Vietnam.

Giving Back to Benny will take place at the post, 2446 Salisbury Highway, from noon to 6 p.m.

The event will include a poor man’s supper of pinto beans, coleslaw, cornbread, dessert, tea and…


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