Schoolcraft County Veterans Affair Office

06/23/2026

06/22/2026

We are still looking for hole sponsors for our upcoming veterans golf outing. This event is free for all attending veterans made possible through the generous support of businesses, organizations and community members throughout Schoolcraft County and the surrounding communities.

Your sponsorship helps provide a day of camaraderie, appreciation and fun for our veterans.

06/18/2026

🇺🇸 We are proud to announce that all Military Tribute Banners are now hanging throughout town!

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this program possible. We encourage you to take a moment to find your loved one's banner and celebrate all the heroes in our community.

06/10/2026

Our Veterans Office booth will be set up at Jack's Fresh Market today! Stop by and say hello, learn about the services we offer, and see if there's anything our office can do to assist you. We look forward to visiting with you!

06/08/2026

We can’t wait to see you all tomorrow! ☕️

06/05/2026

Schoolcraft County Veterans Affairs would like to honor..

United States Army Veteran,
Rindy Slater

Rindy Slater proudly served in the United States Army as an Apache Crew Chief from 2005 to 2006. In this role, she was responsible for aircraft maintenance and readiness, helping ensure mission success and the safety of flight crews.

While stationed in Korea in 2006, Rindy met her husband, Max. They welcomed their daughter, Alexia, in 2007, and Rindy balanced motherhood while continuing her professional career with Federal Reserve Financial Services, where she worked from 2011 to 2013. Her career was marked by dedication, responsibility, and a strong commitment to excellence.

Rindy and Max were married in 2011 and later welcomed their son, Jamison, in 2014. Today, one of her greatest sources of pride is seeing her daughter, Alexia, follow in her footsteps by answering the call to serve and pursuing a future in the United States Marine Corps.

Today, Rindy remains a passionate advocate for veterans and her local community. She currently serves as Commander of the U.P. Women's Veterans Association, where she works to support and empower women veterans throughout the Upper Peninsula. This organization is highly active throughout the local community, consistently participating in events, service projects, and efforts that strengthen and support those around them. Rindy’s commitment to the association reflects her passion for service, her dedication to fellow veterans, and her belief in strengthening both the veteran community and the families they serve.

Rindy is also an active member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and is involved with Helpful Hotspot Jr., helping make a positive impact in the lives of others.

In addition to her veteran advocacy, Rindy serves as President of the Band Boosters organization, supporting local youth and music programs. She is also a member of her church's handbell choir and the founder of Broken Spines Books, a newly established small business created out of a passion for reading, storytelling, and community connection.

Through her continued leadership, volunteerism, and commitment to serving others, Rindy exemplifies the values of service, community, and dedication both in and out of uniform.

Rindy’s Military Tribute Banner will be proudly displayed Spring of 2027.

06/04/2026

💜 Untangling Grief 💜

Presented by Schoolcraft Memorial HomeCare and Hospice, this community event offers an evening of support, reflection, and connection in a welcoming environment.
Join Sydney Chartier, LMSW, and Becca Barham, Social Services Coordinator, as they lead a discussion focused on understanding grief and healthy coping strategies.

🗓 Thursday, June 18, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital | Cornerstone Building
Conference Rooms 1 & 2
7870W US Highway 2, Manistique, MI

What to Expect:
• Discussion on the stages of grief
• Helpful coping tools and resources
• Interactive activity
• Light snacks provided

✅ Open to anyone in the community ages 13+
✅ Participants under 18 must attend with an adult
⚠️ Limited availability – please pre-register by June 8th
📞 To RSVP, call 906-341-3805 or click on this link-https://signup.com/go/ZxfWfHB

06/04/2026

Update on Military Tribute Banners!

The City is still working on getting the remaining banners up. They had to order additional brackets, so installation is happening in stages. Please don’t worry if you don’t see your banner yet — it will be up soon.

We extend our sincere thanks to the City of Manistique, without their partnership on this program the banners would not be possible!