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National Grange Vice President named to Quilts of Valor Board of Directors
On March 1, Christine E. “Chris” Hamp, Vice President of the National Grange, was named to the Board of Directors of the Quilts of Valor Foundation, with a term lasting through 2025. Hamp a fourth-generation Grange member from Nine Mile Falls, Washington, was elected Vice President of the nation’s oldest agricultural and rural service … Continue reading “National Grange Vice President named to Quilts of Valor Board of Directors”
6 new officers elected to serve National Grange
WICHITA, Kansas — On Friday, November 12, during the 155th Annual Convention of the National Grange, Betsy E. Huber of Lincoln University, Pennsylvania, was installed as President of the oldest agricultural and rural advocacy organization in the country, after being elected to the position for a fourth term the day before. Huber, who was first … Continue reading “6 new officers elected to serve National Grange”
Quilts of Valor given to local veterans
On Wednesday, November 10 the National Grange presented 13 Quilts of Valor at the 155th Annual Session, being held at the Hyatt Regency hotel in Wichita. “What a fitting tribute to be able to hold this on Veterans Day Eve,” said National Grange Lecturer Chris Hamp, who oversees this program. For the first time, non-Grangers … Continue reading “Quilts of Valor given to local veterans”
Day 4: Thirteen members receive Quilts of Valor at moving ceremony
On Wednesday night, Chris Hamp, National Lecturer opened the evening’s presentation by asking all members of the military branches to stand when the theme song of their military branch was played. Quilts of Valor Executive Director Tammany McDaniel shared the history of the Quilts of Valor Foundation and the partnership that has been developed … Continue reading “Day 4: Thirteen members receive Quilts of Valor at moving ceremony”
Patrons Chain – October 2016
October Issue Inside the Issue: Food Safety and Security in Focus for Grange Op-Ed: Rural America Strong, Resilient, Inspiring Some Reflections Before I Go Come See the New Convention Showcase Some First Year Thoughts Ready to Make History, but Some Still in Need America’s Broken Budget Process National Grange Seeking Brief Stories, Photos Showing Grange … Continue reading “Patrons Chain – October 2016”
Patrons Chain – September 2016
September Issue Inside the Issue: “Spotlight On…..The Grange” to be Released Get a FREE $10 to donate to Grange Foundation in September Invest in our Youth: Today’s Pride is Key to Grange’s The National Grange is Excited to Announce a New Benefit Partner Senators Call for Canadian Dairy Pricing Policies Probe U.S. Hunger Rate Falls … Continue reading “Patrons Chain – September 2016”
Patrons Chain – August 2016
August Issue Inside the Issue: We Can Make a Difference in the Face of Unrest National Grange Presents first Edition of “Daily Journal of the Rambles of O.H. Kelley” Online New Health Benefits Offered to Our National Grange Members Presidential Politics: Who Cares About Rural America? Membership Contest Entry Deadline Approaching Deadlines for Many Youth … Continue reading “Patrons Chain – August 2016”
The Patrons Chain – July 2016
July Issue Inside the Issue: Farm Safety a MUST Want to Influence Our Government? Register and Vote! Trademark Tips All About the Family Tradition! GROW Club Banquet Keynote Speaker National Grange Recognizes Louisiana Educator as 2016 Ag Advocate National Grange Welcome Derek Anderson as Summer Intern National Grange as Ag in the Classroom Coordinator for … Continue reading “The Patrons Chain – July 2016”
The Patrons Chain – May 2016
May Issue Inside the Issue: Grange in the News Sesquicentennial Committee Offers new Contest, Challenge to all Members New Programs to be Release by Lecturer’s Department Monthly, Contest Announced Grange Youth Actively Pinning Grange Farm School is Newest Licensee Giving Can Ensure Life, Legacy of the Grange The Function of Drills in the Grange … Continue reading “The Patrons Chain – May 2016”
Grange talent delights
On Friday night, more than 350 people gathered to enjoy the talent that abounds across the Grange at the Evening of Excellence. It was a night to remember with vocal acts, variety acts, and Sign-S-Song performances as well as the announcements of new Junior and Youth Ambassadors. National Grange Lecturer Jim Tetreault co-hosted the event … Continue reading “Grange talent delights”
Day 6: National Grange 148th Annual Convention
Grange talent delights BY LINDSAY SCHROEDER DCI Communications Fellow | [email protected] On Friday night, more than 350 people gathered to enjoy the talent that abounds across the Grange at the Evening of Excellence. It was a night to remember with vocal acts, variety acts, and Sign-S-Song performances as well as the announcements of new Junior … Continue reading “Day 6: National Grange 148th Annual Convention”
Day 5: National Grange 148th Annual Convention
Two elected to National Grange Executive Committee BY SUZY RAMM DCI Communications Fellow | [email protected] Two Wisconsin Grangers will hold seats on the National Grange Executive Committee simultaneously after several rounds of balloting by delegates to the 148th Session Thursday for the two open positions. Leroy Watson, a 42-year Grange member, who serves as Treasurer … Continue reading “Day 5: National Grange 148th Annual Convention”
Day 4: National Grange 148th Annual Convention
Reception Honors Distinguished Granges BY DEBBIE GEGARE DCI Communications Fellow| [email protected] Wednesday night, more than 100 people gathered to celebrate with winners of the Distinguished Grange Award during its fifth year of the program. The program honors Subordinate and State Granges that fulfill responsibilities while excelling in the areas of membership, fundraising and community service … Continue reading “Day 4: National Grange 148th Annual Convention”
Day 3: National Grange 148th Annual Convention
National Master Addresses 148th Delegate Body BY DEBBIE GEGARE DCI Communications Fellow | [email protected] During his sixth address to the members and public, National Master Ed Luttrell on Tuesday directly after the opening of the 148th Annual National Grange Convention focused heavily on overreach by government, such as unnecessary and often detrimental regulations as well … Continue reading “Day 3: National Grange 148th Annual Convention”
Day 2: National Grange 148th Annual Convention
Hospitality room place for fun, food BY KATHERINE BLASINGAME DCI Communications Fellow | [email protected] Grangers know if they want a snack or just to catch up with Grange friends at convention, the place to go is the hospitality room. This year the hospitality room, located in 2503, is being overseen by the Indiana State Grange. … Continue reading “Day 2: National Grange 148th Annual Convention”
