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National Grange Calls for Innovative COVID-19 vaccines and Equitable Distribution
A disproportionate number of poor, elderly, and those with chronic health conditions live in rural areas. These rural residents are struggling to get access to COVID-19 vaccines. In letters to congressional committees on Capitol Hill and the Department of Health and Human Services, the National Grange says innovative vaccines and equitable distribution is the … Continue reading “National Grange Calls for Innovative COVID-19 vaccines and Equitable Distribution”
National Grange Gala 150 Year Celebration
Our 150th Birthday Gala, held Dec. 4 at the Historic Decatur House in Washington, D.C., was just one of the many celebrations being held across the nation to honor 150 years of service by Granges and members. Champions of Rural America Honored As part of our celebration, we took the time to honor four legislators … Continue reading “National Grange Gala 150 Year Celebration”
Jacinto Grange hosts ham dinner
BY SUSAN MEEKER | GLENN COUNTY TRANSCRIPT More than 400 people turned out for the Jacinto Grange’s ham dinner on Saturday. The 75th annual event was the largest fundraiser of the year for the oldest fraternal organization in Glenn County. “I come pretty much every year,” said Lee McCorkle of Glenn. “It’s a great event.” … Continue reading “Jacinto Grange hosts ham dinner”
Past National Master, John W. Scott, Passes Away
John Walker Scott, 94, of Mechanicsburg, Pa., passed away Friday, Feb. 10, in the Harrisburg Hospital in the presence of his family. John was born in Robinson Township, Allegheny County on Dec. 8, 1917, the son of Frank Walker Scott and Nellie DeVassie Scott. He was married to Dorothy Irene McCandless Scott from 1939 until … Continue reading “Past National Master, John W. Scott, Passes Away”
Rural kids get books for free in S.C.
By Diette Courrege, The Post and Courier | MEGGETT — Some of 3-year-old Mary Kenyon Ammons’ favorite books were delivered to her mailbox and didn’t cost her parents a dime.Mary is among about 500 local children, many of whom live in rural areas, who receive a free book each month. And that’s happening because of … Continue reading “Rural kids get books for free in S.C.”
Building Character and Leaders
For generations, people have credited their involvement in the Grange with personal growth, character development, leadership skills and confidence. The Grange’s structure allows everyone an equal voice, and nurtures skills and values through a structured program in the Junior Grange as early as age 5. Adults serving as mentors and leaders of Junior and … Continue reading “Building Character and Leaders”
