Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1003

05/30/2026

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05/30/2026

Basinger/Sone Memorial Post 1003
Veterans of Foreign Wars
105 Irwin Drive Jefferson City MO. 65109
June 2026
DATE EVENT TIME
4 Battle of Midway begins 1942
6 D-Day: Invasion of Europe 1944
12 Women Veteran’s Day 1948
14 Flag Day 1916
14 U.S. Army Founded 1775
18 Post and Auxiliary meeting 7:00 PM
19 “Juneteenth” Celebration 1865
21 Father’s Day 1908
21 Summer Begins
25 Korean War started 1950

BINGO - Friday @ 6:30 PM (KITCHEN OPENS @ 5:00 PM)

The Memorial Day Ceremonies held at Kalaf’s Corner and the State Capitol drew large crowds and the events went off well. Thanks to members of the Jefferson City Veteran’s Council, the Sea Cadets, local law enforcement, fire fighters and EMTs for their support at the Capitol program.

Post 1003 presented a $2,000 scholarship to Lincoln University students enrolled in the R.O.T.C. program. The Post has been a strong supporter of both the Lincoln R.O.T.C. and Missouri National Guard Scholarship programs for many years.

We had a successful Buddy Poppy drive in May and raised significant money to fund our Post and Auxiliary veteran’s support projects in the coming year. Many thanks to all who helped or donated, especially the Civil Air Patrol and Navy Sea Cadets!

Concord Baptist Church is inviting everyone to join them for a special evening of music, celebration, prayer, and fellowship as /they celebrate 250 years of God’s faithfulness to our nation. Experience In God We Trust, a patriotic musical event featuring classic Americana music, powerful arrangements, and moments of reflection as they celebrate the blessings God has bestowed on our country and pray for His continued guidance. It will be held on held on Sunday, June 28 at 6:00. There will be an Ice Cream Social Immediately Following Stay after the performance for fellowship and ice cream with friends and family! You can also Event T-Shirts – $15 - Commemorative In God We Trust shirts are available to order and can be picked up on June 28 to wear to the event! Shirt Order Deadline: June 7
Order here: https://concordjc.tpsdb.com/OnlineReg/4201

Every Friday at 4:00 PM we have a VFW Service Officer available during the Bingo games to provide information and help on how to apply for your veteran’s benefits. A veteran’s spouse may also be eligible for benefits. You do not have to be a member of any veteran’s organizations to receive these benefits.

Scott Englund, Commander. Ph.: (573) 635-3463
E-mail: [email protected]

05/30/2026

JUNE AUXILIARY UPDATE
The meeting was called to order by President Lillian Hentges at 7:00 pm. Jennifer Hart acted as Guard ProTem. Secretary Jackie Heiman read the previous meeting minutes and correspondences; 2 thank yous from the VA Hospital for food donated for the Community Living Center. Treasurer Sharon Knorr gave the Treasurer’s Report.
Reports of Committees: Buddy Poppy- Memorial weekend will be our “shake your can” drive to support our veteran’s programs for the post and auxiliary. Scholarships- Voice of Democracy & Patriot’s Pen theme for this year’s contest is “What a Veteran Taught Me about America”. VFW Convention will be June 11-14, 2026 in Springfield at the Oasis Convention Center.
For the Good of the Order: Jennifer Hart installed officers for 2026-2027.
President Lillian Hentges
Sr. Vice Pres. Barbara Durham
Jr. Vice Pres. Lynn Redding
Secretary Jackie Heiman
Treasurer Sharon Knorr
Chaplain Diana Durham
Conductress Jennifer Hart
Guard Angela Anderson
Patriotic Instructor Jackie Heiman
Historian Eve Ward
1yr Trustee Eve Ward
2yr Trustee Lynn Vineyard
3yr Trustee Diana Durham

The next meeting will be June 18th at 7:00 pm.
Jackie Heiman, Secretary Eve Ward, Program Coordinator

04/23/2026

Basinger/Sone Memorial Post 1003
Veterans of Foreign Wars
105 Irwin Drive Jefferson City MO. 65109
May 2026
DATE EVENT TIME
2 Osama bin Laden killed 2011
3 Kentucky Derby 1875
5 Cinco de Mayo 1862
7 WWII in Europe ends 1945
8 State Holiday - Truman’s Birthday 1884
10 Mother’s Day All day
13 Mexican/American War 1846
17 Armed Forces Day 1949
18 Mount St. Helens erupted 1980
21 Post and Auxiliary Meeting 7:00 PM
21 Red Cross Founded 1981
22 National Maritime Day 1933
23&24 Buddy Poppy Drive 8 to 4
25 Memorial Day 1868

BINGO - Friday @ 6:30 PM (KITCHEN OPENS @ 5:00 PM)

Post Elections results for 2026/2027: Commander: Scott Englund - Senior Vice Commander: Steve Baskett - Junior Vice Commander: Scott Miller - Quartermaster: Don Hentges - Chaplin: Vic Lovell – Trustees: 3 Year: Al Nichols, 2 Year: Marlo VanSickle, 1 Year: Dale Brandies. Installation of the officers will be held at the May Post meeting.

The Post “Buddy Poppy” donation campaign will be May 23th and 24th. This is the biggest fund-raising event we hold each year to provide money for our Post and Auxiliary veteran’s service projects. We have several youth and civic groups helping but can always use more Post and Auxiliary members. Contact Charles Russell at 573-893-6127 to volunteer and see the center page on how to make a mail in donation.

On Monday, May 25th, the Post 1003 Memorial Day Ceremony to honor our Post namesakes Roy Sone and Wyman Basinger will be held at the Post Memorial Plaza starting at 8:30 AM. Post and Auxiliary members will conduct the ceremony with the support of the Cole County Sheriffs Dept. The Post Honor Guard will fire the rifle salute and sound Taps. Applications and information on how to a purchase a memorial tile at the Plaza will be available afterwards.

The Jefferson City Veteran’s Council Memorial Day Ceremony will be held at the State Capitol starting at 10:30AM. The Naval Sea Cadets will Post the Colors and the Post Honor Guard will fire the rifle salute and sound Taps. The ceremony is held at the Veteran’s Memorial on the North side of the Capitol. There is plenty of handicap and vet’s only parking available there. With the Veteran’s Memorial and the Gateway to Adrian’s Island Bridge this would be a most excellent place to start your summer. PS: Bring your friends and family.

Whole Health – It Starts with Me - The VA’s Whole Health program supports your health and well-being. Set health and well-being goals based on your needs and what matters to you. Whether you want to wake up with less pain, change careers, reduce stress, or move more, start by talking with your VA health care provider about the Whole Health program.

WHEN THE YELLOW RIBBON FADES is a local non-profit supported by Post 1003 that serves Missouri veterans. They work with other non-profits and veterans’ organizations to support local veterans and their families in need of immediate assistance. Call or text Pat Rowe Kerr at 573-462-9531.

Scott Englund, Commander. Ph.: (573) 635-3463
E-mail: [email protected]

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04/23/2026

MAY AUXILIARY UPDATE
The meeting was called to order by Sr. -Vice Barbara Durham. Sharon Knorr acted as Conductress ProTem. Secretary Jackie Heiman read the previous meeting minutes. Correspondence was a thank you from the VA Hospital for the food donated for special meals at Community Living Center. Treasurer Sharon Knorr gave the Treasurer’s report.
Reports of Committees- Hospital: Chair Eve Ward spent $123.33 on snacks and food for the CLC at the VA Hospital. Scholarships: Patriotic Art Winners this year are:
1st August Hunt 10th grade
2nd Emma Kliethermes 12th grade
3rd Kebrina Hugen 12th grade
4th Abigail Suthoff 12th grade
5th Chloe Hobratschk 11th grade Winners will receive a certificate and gift card from the auxiliary.
New Business: Officers were elected. Buddy Poppy drive will be Memorial weekend. Please donate (form below) or shake a can for donations.
For the Good of the Order: Dist. 2 meetings for the coming VFW Auxiliary year: will be August 8, 2026 at Post 280 Columbia, November 21, 2026 Post 4756 Linn, January 9, 2027 Post 1003 Jefferson City, and April 10, 2027 Post 3168 Laquey all begin at 10 am.
Report of Trustees was given by 3-Year Trustee Lynn Vineyard.
The next meeting will be May 21, 2026; Officers will be installed.
Jackie Heiman, Secretary
Eve Ward, Program Coordinator
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BUDDY POPPY DRIVE
May 23 & 24, 2026
Name: ________________________ Donation: __________________
Fill out and mail to:
Charles Russell (573/893-6127), Poppy Chairman,
105 Irwin Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65109

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03/26/2026

Contact Eve Ward at 573/636-0767.

03/25/2026

Basinger/Sone Memorial Post 1003
Veterans of Foreign Wars
105 Irwin Drive Jefferson City MO. 65109
April 2026
DATE EVENT TIME
1 April Fools’ Day 1510
4 Dr. Martin Luther King assassinated 1968
6 Army Day 1929
6 America entered WW1 1917
12 American Civil War starts 1861
14 Post Auxiliary 100th Anniversary 1925
15 Income Tax Day 1955
16 Post Meeting & Election 7:00 PM
20 Easter Sunday All Day
22 Buddy Check Day All Day
23 Honor Guard Meeting 6:00 PM
30 Vietnam war ends 1975

BINGO - Friday @ 6:30 PM (KITCHEN OPENS @ 5:00 PM)

Veteran’s Benefits – As a veteran, you have probably seen TV ads or received E-mails and phone calls from companies that claim they can start or increase your VA disability rating. This is a huge rip-off! They will charge you a large percentage of any future benefits you may have earned. Also, they don’t tell you that this service is provided free from the VFW Service Officers. Contact VFW Service Officers Troy Williams @ 573-814-6007 or Mike Schroeder @ 573-814-6007. Legislative bills are moving through the state and federal congress to outlaw these “Claim Sharks”.

Congratulations to our Post 1003 Auxiliary who will celebrate their 100th Anniversary on April 14th! Our Auxiliary has provided a tremendous amount of time and funds to support veterans, their families and our community. Without the Auxiliary’s aid and assistance Post 1003 would have a very difficult time to achieve our goals.

Honor Guard: April 23th at 6:00 PM the Honor Guard will hold its quarterly social and training meeting.

Attention all members: VFW Post 1003 will hold its election for Post officers at the April 16th meeting.

Every Wednesday, DAV Chapter 17, located at 5054 Monticello Rd. holds a free Veteran’s Coffee Talk. All veterans are invited to enjoy coffee with biscuits and gravy while they swap stories about their military service, politics, and grandkids. Starts at 9:00 AM and ends when they run out of coffee.

Post 1003 has almost completed all the requirements to be honored as an All State Post. We just need a couple more members. We have funds to offer annual members 50% off if they sign up as a Life member. For new eligible active duty personal (includes National Guard) we offer the first year annual dues free or 50% off the life member fee.

Alcohol Awareness Month - Did you know, about 178,000 people die from excessive drinking each year. That is about 488 deaths a day or 20 people an hour. Excessive alcohol use is a leading preventable cause of death in the United States. There is hope. Help is available. Contact Jon for help connecting to care (573) 418-0051.

Whole Health – It Starts with Me The VA’s Whole Health program supports your health and well-being. Set health and well-being goals based on your needs and what matters to you. Whether you want to wake up with less pain, change careers, reduce stress, or move more, start by talking with your VA health care provider about the Whole Health program.

Scott Englund, Commander. Ph.: (573) 635-3463
E-mail: [email protected]

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03/25/2026

APRIL AUXILIARY UPDATE

The meeting was called to order by President Lillian Hentges at 7:10 pm. Lynn Vineyard acted as ProTem Chaplain, Conductress & Trustee. There were no petitions for membership. Secretary Jackie Heiman read the previous meeting minutes. Treasurer Sharon Knorr gave the Treasurers Report.
Reports of Committees: Hospital- Chair Eve Ward spent $122.87 on food for the special meals made for patients at the Community Living Center at the VA Hospital. February and March snacks for patients were $30. Veterans & Family Support- The Annual Military History Appreciation Encampment Weekend is April 18/19, located at the Museum of Missouri Military History at 2405 Logistics Rd. Jefferson City, MO. Scholarships- Ward has received 3 Patriotic Art entries so far. Deadline is March 31st for local judging.
New Business: Delegates were elected for District 2 and Department Convention in June.
For the Good of the Order: The Auxiliary will not open the Bingo Kitchen on April 17th due to not enough volunteers. Committee reports are due by April 15th on the Dept. of MO dashboard.
The next meeting will include election of officers at 7:00 pm April 16th. Audit will start at 6:00 pm.
Jackie Heiman, Secretary
Eve Ward, Program Coordinator

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02/27/2026

Basinger/Sone Memorial Post 1003
Veterans of Foreign Wars
105 Irwin Drive Jefferson City MO. 65109

March 2026

DATE EVENT TIME
3 “Star Spangled Banner” Made our National Anthem 1931
6 The siege of the Alamo ended 1836
7 U.S. troops enter Germany 1945
8 Daylight Savings starts 2:00 AM
17 St. Patrick’s Day 1762
19 Post and Auxiliary meeting 7:00 PM
19 Operation Iraqi Freedom 2003
19 Wyatt Earp born 1848
20 Spring begins 4:02 AM
22 “Buddy Check Day” ALL DAY!
22 Equal Rights Amendment passed 1972
24 Magician Harry Houdini born 1874
26 Camp David Accord 1979
26 Posts 1003 and 35 merged 2014
29 Vietnam Veteran’s Day 2017
30 President Ronald Reagan shot 1981

BINGO - Friday @ 6:30 PM (KITCHEN OPENS @ 5:00 PM)

February was not a very newsworthy month as far as new Post and Auxiliary events occurred. However, we continue to work on our common goals. to support our common of supporting veterans.

The annual Buddy Poppy donation drive is coming up at the end of May and we’ll be looking for volunteers to help. This is the biggest annual fundraiser our Post and Auxiliary holds every year and provides the money needed to support our fellow veterans. Upcoming events will include the Student Awards Program, Buddy Poppy fund drive and all of our continuing support programs.

March 26 will be the 12th year anniversary of the Post 35/1003 merger and it’s working extremely well for our Post, Auxiliary, veterans and community. We have donated thousands of dollars and volunteer hours to support our fellow veterans and community and we earned many VFW state and national awards for our efforts. Thanks to the Post and Auxiliary members who work to make these things happen.

Whole Health – It Starts with Me The VA’s Whole Health program supports your health and well-being. Set health and well-being goals based on your needs and what matters to you. Whether you want to wake up with less pain, change careers, reduce stress, or move more, start by talking with your VA health care provider about the Whole Health program.

Post 1003 is again leading the way in the VFW state competition on veterans and community service projects which will support our earning the “All State” award. When a Post earns “All State” this shows that the Post and Auxiliary are working together to make things happen! We’ll do it again!

Every Friday at 4:00 PM we have a VFW Service Officer available during the Bingo games to provide information and help on how to apply for your veteran’s benefits. There are a lot of medical, education, and financial support programs available to veterans and their families so get a copy of your DD214 and come out to the Post. Don’t have a copy of your DD214? We can help you get one.

Please note the new contact information for the Post Commander.

Scott Englund, Commander. Ph.: (573) 508-4453
E-mail: [email protected]

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02/25/2026

MARCH AUXILIARY UPDATE
The meeting was called to order by President Lillian Hentges. Jennifer Hart acted as Trustee ProTem. There were 2 applications for membership, Sandra Baskette & Darryl Raithel, both were accepted by voice vote. Secretary Jackie Heiman read the previous meeting minutes and correspondences; two thank yous from Truman VA Hospital for food for patient special lunches, magazines, birthday cards and snacks, a thank you card from Leonard Rutledge for his Life Membership to National Home and a receipt from Operation Bugle Boy for our donations. Treasurer Sharon Knorr gave the Treasurer’s report.
Committee reports: Americanism- The auxiliary purchased additional small flags for $79.17 to be used in the flag giveaway display. Cancer - Chair Diana Durham wants to remind everyone there are cancer grants available for members. Hospital- January the auxiliary spent $82.03 on patient food for Community Living Center and $ 168.87 in February. Veterans & Family Support- Reminder that K9 on the Frontline dinner & program will be March 7th and February 28th the USS Jefferson City Submarine Ball will be at the American Legion. April 18-19 there will be a Military History Encampment at the Museum of Missouri Military History, 2405 Logistics Road, Jefferson City. (for more information call 573/638-9603 or see their page) Scholarships- The deadline for Patriotic Art entries is March 31st. Youth Activities – the auxiliary donated $25 to the Helias Project Graduation.
Anyone wanting to help with bingo kitchen on Friday afternoons or make a dessert can call 573/301-7755 to check in with Jackie.
The next meeting will be March 19th at 7 pm.
Jackie Heiman, Secretary
Eve Ward, Program Coordinator

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