Polk County Veterans Services is looking for area veterans to attend the Annual Veterans Day on the Hill in St Paul this April. Polk County Veterans Service Officer Kurt Ellefson tells us more about the event. Ellefson told us more about some of the specific things they will be lobbying for while in St Paul. …
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For many veterans across the United States travel can often be an issue that makes it difficult for them to receive the care they need, as many are not able to drive, but for Veterans in Polk County, there’s a travel assistance program available to them. Polk County Veterans Service Officer Kurt Ellefson tells us…
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With the start of a new year, veterans are reminded that they can now re-apply for VA Healthcare if they have been denied in the past. Polk County Veterans Service Officer Kurt Ellefson tells us more about reapplying, and what VA Healthcare covers. Ellefson also reminds Veterans about the state benefits that may be available…
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Monday is Veterans Day, and local schools, and organizations will be honoring veterans with their annual Veterans Day Programs. Polk County Veterans Service Officer Kurt Ellefson encourages people to attend one of these programs, and to thank a veteran this Veterans Day. Ellefson also encourages people to show their support to veterans, by participating in…
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There’s a way that you can show your support for veterans. Kurt Ellefson with the Polk County Veterans Service Office tells us about Operation Green Light. Ellefson says there are few green light bulbs available for free at the Polk County Veterans Service Office. You can also find them at any hardware store.
Listen back to the KKCQ Food for Thought Program with Kurt Ellefson of Polk County Veterans Services.
Listen back to the KKCQ Food for Thought program with Kurt Ellefson of Polk County Veterans Services.
The Polk County Veteran Services are holding a pancake breakfast at the Masonic Lodge in Crookston, MN on Sunday, May 7th from 8:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Polk County Veteran Service Officer Kurt Ellefson joined Tom Lano on Food For Thought to discuss the upcoming event.
The Polk County Veterans Benefit Fair comes to Crookston on March 31st from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM at the Crookston National Guard Armory and there’s plenty to learn about for everyone in attendance! Polk County Veterans Affairs Director Kurt Ellefson joined Tom Lano on Food for Thought to discuss the event. There are over…
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Veterans will want to save March 30th and 31st on their calendar. Polk County Veterans Service Officer Kurt Ellefson is inviting veterans to a special event on March 30th. The number to call is 218-281-3066. Ellefson says there’s also a special event on March 31st in Crookston. Ellefson also reminds anyone wanting to stop by…
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