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SUMMARY:11-06-26 Veterans Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce for our Annual Veterans Breakfast on Friday\, November 6\, at 8:30 a.m. at the Orwigsburg Veterans Community Memorial Hall\, 300 Grove Street\, Orwigsburg\, PA 17961. This year's event is proudly sponsored by CACL Financial. Each year\, we gather to honor the brave men and women who have served our country and recognize the sacrifices they have made in defense of our nation. This meaningful morning brings together veterans\, community leaders\, businesses\, and residents to express our gratitude and appreciation for their service.Guests will enjoy breakfast\, fellowship\, and a special program dedicated to recognizing the courage\, commitment\, and lasting impact of our local veterans.This event is open to all veterans in the community. As a token of our appreciation\, every veteran will receive a complimentary breakfast. Veterans are asked to register in advance using the event registration link so we can plan accordingly.We also welcome community members who would like to join us in honoring our local veterans. We look forward to sharing this special morning of remembrance\, recognition\, and appreciation with you.\n\nMEET THIS YEAR's KEYNOTE SPEAKER:\n\nMajor General (Retired) Laura A. McHugh\nMajor General (Retired) Laura McHugh concluded an extraordinary 39-year career with the United States Army in October 2025 at Ft. Indiantown Gap\, Annville. She began her career in 1986 with the Pennsylvania Army National Guard as a Private assigned to the 1068th Military Police Company and went on to hold a wide range of senior leadership roles marked by her dedication to Soldiers\, their Families\, Readiness\, and Service to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.During her career\, she commanded the 131st Transportation Company\, deploying to the Middle East in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom\, and later served as Recruiting and Retention Battalion Commander\, Commander of the 213th Regional Support Group\, Chief of Staff of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard\, and Deputy Adjutant General.A lifelong learner\, Laura earned degrees from King's College\, Duquesne University\, and the U.S. Army War College\, and completed executive education at Harvard University. Her many honors include two Legions of Merit\, the Pennsylvania Distinguished Service Medal and the Bronze Star.She is grateful for a life of service\, striving to act with grace and humility\, mindful of God's many blessings and committed to uplifting those around her.While she resides in Pine Grove she is eternally thankful for the love and support of her family\, her husband Daniel\, also a retired Guardsman\, and enjoys time with their children\, grandchildren and two dogs.
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LOCATION:300 Grove Street Orwigsburg PA 17961
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