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NEWARK -- World War II veteran Robert Kemp, 90, of Newark proudly presented his pre-1959 -- with 48 stars -- during the annual Flag Day program on Sunday at the Courthouse Square gazebo. Advertisement "I just happen to love it," the U.S. Army veteran said of the United States' flag. "I wear one all the time."

The Glenwood Spring Elk's have begun their annual Big game hide collection to benefit Our Nations Veterans. Local hunters have the opportunity to stretch out a helping hand to Veterans in need. T

"Robert Wood, Kansas Veterans Home resident, will be recognized Wednesday morning during the Today Show on the occasion of his 100th birthday. The congratulations announcement will be made at 8:30 a.m. on NBC Channel 3. Several other special events are also planned in Wood's honor. Winfield Elks Lodge 732 will be hosting a birthday party for Wood at 1 p.m. Tuesday. According to KVH social worker, Jill Hayslip, the local Elks Lodge has adopted Triplett Hall residents and provides monthly birthday parties for them."

Elks work with other veteran groups to build a memorial

What a great and noble effort!

New Egypt Elks Lodge #2457 recently constructed 10 handicapped accessible picnic tables for the Vineland Veteran's Home. Advertisement Lumber was generously donated by Pro-Build of Lakewood and Ace Hardware of New Egypt. Lodge members delivered the tables as well as sundae toppings and supplies for the veterans to enjoy an ice cream social.

They gathered Saturday at the Braintree Elks Lodge, the sound of music and smell of grilled meat filling the steamy air. Nearly 150 veterans went to the cookout from VA medical centers and shelters in Boston and Brockton

"I want to tell all our readers about an organization that I am proud to be a member of for the past 16 years- the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Bellflower/Long Beach Lodge 888. Within the Elks organization is the ENF (Elks National Foundation). Part of the mission of the ENF is to honor the Elks' pledge to never forget our veterans."

"The Brigantine Elks held its third annual Striper Tournament, which was open to both surf and boat fishermen, Nov. 6-8. The tournament proceeds will be used to support Elks veterans programs."

The Brigantine Elks held its third annual Striper Tournament, which was open to both surf and boat fishermen, Nov. 6-8. The tournament proceeds will be used to support Elks veterans programs.

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"While conventional wisdom holds that fraternal, veteran and social organizations are declining in membership, Springfield's Elks Lodge 138 is bucking the trend. Nationally, Elks membership is declining slightly. In Springfield, membership is up. Not only that, it has gotten younger. "

"Sam Carter and Vilis Berst, members of Elk's Lodge No. 80, presented Frederick Zimmerman with a pair of deer hide gloves."

"Misconceptions are plentiful about Brainerd's fraternal organizations and veterans' clubs and Peter Johnson, past exalted ruler of Brainerd Elks Lodge 615, is familiar with many of them."

"HOUMA - The Elks Lodge in downtown Houma has played a important role in the lives of local residents for the last 100 years. The civic organization, which routinely assists the community and its military veterans in various ways, is holding a celebration at 11 a.m. April 24 at the lodge, 7883 Main St."

Brazos Valley Elks Lodge No. 859 at 304 Mobile Ave. in Bryan will hold its fourth annual Veterans' Fish Fry at 12:30 p.m. It will feature a free catfish lunch. Kirk Storey, the Elks' state president, will present the Elks Medal of Valor to two families that have lost someone in Iraq or Afghanistan.

When it comes to community events, it's hard to imagine Elks Lodge No. 2127 or Emblem Club No. 350 not being involved. Activities for scholarship dollars, literacy in the schools, helping students finance out-of-state travel, wounded veterans, fundraisers for community members whose homes have been destroyed or are facing serious medical challenges or any of a number of issues Elks and the Emblem Club are there. Saturday, they're at it again with the annual July Fourth scholarship barbecue. Admission is $15 at the door or free with a $100 raffle ticket. In addition to food and games for the kids, a raffle drawing begins at 1 p.m. with more than $16,000 in cash prizes.

The South Hills Elks new membership drive is off to a stupendous start! The Elks welcomed and installed 18 new Elks on Tuesday night May 12 at the Lodge. The New Elks were instructed on our virtues, bylaws and our Charity mission. The South Hills Elks is dedicated to assisting the youth of the South Hills along with the Veterans of the Pittsburgh area.

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The South Hills Elks Lodge #2213 Is Accepting New member Applications During the Month of April and May. Must be 21 years of Age and an American Citizen. The Lodge is a private fraternal organization dedicated to assisting the Youth and veterans of the South Hills area.