June 2025
Redwood County VFW Post 2553 earns May VFW Nation Commanders Challenge
Redwood County VFW Post 2553 earned the VFW Nation Commanders Challenge for May. The Commander’s Challenge is a monthly initiative by the Veterans of Foreign Wars where posts are encouraged to recruit new and reinstated members. The challenge is a way to motivate posts to recruit and retain members. The program is open to all VFW Posts and is a way to recognize and reward those who successfully recruit members. Redwood County VFW reached 125% of the established goals set by National Commander Al Lipphardt.
Public invited to event honoring Hmong and Lao Veterans
A gathering in observance of the service of Hmong and Lao Veterans of the war in Southeast Asia will be held on Saturday, June 28 from 1:30 – 4 p.m. at the Walnut Grove City Park.
Redwood Falls Blood Drive collects 156 units, honors milestone donors
The Redwood Falls community once again demonstrated its generosity and life-saving spirit during the recent American Red Cross Blood Drive held June 16–17 at the Redwood Area Community Center. Over the two-day event, 165 donors scheduled appointments, and an impressive 156 units of blood were successfully collected.
LINC Redwood County accepting applications for eighth program year
LINC Redwood County is now accepting applications for its eighth program year. LINC Redwood County engages community members to lead, inspire, network and create, to build a sustainable future in Redwood County. The nine-month program runs from September through May, with monthly sessions held at various locations across Redwood County. Eligible applicants include those who live, work or worship in Redwood County or have a child attending a school within the county may apply to participate in the program. A selection of 26 qualified participants are selected, representing diverse backgrounds and demonstrated interest in the county’s future.
Steal the Show
Beyond Reason by Rob Perez I want to formally go on record declaring my commitment to the foundational principles of civilization. Chief among them is… Login to continue reading Login…
Celebrate Redwood Falls gears up for annual Summer Splash Celebration June 20–22
Ava Lund, Editor Celebrate Redwood Falls is ready to make a splash at its annual Summer Splash celebration from June 20–22. The festivities kick off… Login to continue reading Login…
Anne Johnson of Redwood Area Chamber and Tourism graduates from Institute for Organization Management A Leadership Training Program produced by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to announce that Anne Johnson, IOM, Executive Director, of Redwood Area Chamber and Tourism, has graduated from the program and has received the recognition of IOM. Awarded to all graduates of the Institute program, the IOM Graduate Recognition signifies the individual’s completion of 96 credit hours of course instruction in non-profit management. In addition, participants can earn credit hours towards the Certified Chamber Executive (CCE) or Certified Association Executive (CAE), certifications. Nearly 1,000 individuals attend Institute annually.
