Veterans Service Building
20 West 12th Street
St. Paul, MN 55155
Steven McCarthy, Assistant Communications Director
952-237-4618
Steven.McCarthy@state.mn.us
Anne Sonnee, Communications Director
(651) 263-2640 (Cell)
Anne.Sonnee@state.mn.us
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5/20/2019 9:17:42 AM
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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Media Contacts:
Robert Gross
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WHAT: |
The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs invites the public to the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery - Preston for a Memorial Ceremony Sunday, May 26. Musical selections by the 34th Infantry Division Band, M-Saxteen will begin at 1:30 p.m. followed by a program and a Parade of Flags. Lt. Col Craig Neuzil will deliver the memorial address. Note: Due to the high number of attendees expected, the public is encouraged to bring lawn chairs and carpool, if possible. Parking will be provided with golf carts available to pick up people at their vehicles. |
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WHO: |
Tri-State area Veterans, families, general public and representatives from Veterans Service Organizations |
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WHEN:
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Sunday May 26th, 2019 at 1:30 p.m.
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WHERE: |
Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery - Preston
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About MDVA
The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is a cabinet-level state agency dedicated to serving Minnesota Veterans and their families. In addition to overseeing the five State Veterans Homes, MDVA helps eligible Veterans and families secure state and federal benefits and provides programs and services relating to higher education, benefits, burial, claims, outreach and Veterans employment. Veterans and their families are encouraged to visit www.MinnesotaVeteran.org or call 1-(888)-LinkVet for more information about benefits.
