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AMVETS Elect New Commander
Laura Doss of Jacksonville was elected the AMVETS Department of Illinois Commander for the 2024-2025 year. Commander Doss is an active member of Jacksonville Post 100 and has been part of the AMVETS organization since 2011. She is a Life Member of Post 100 and has served the Department of Illinois in several leadership roles, most recently as the Department First Vice Commander.
She served 13 years combined within the U.S. Army Reserve, Ohio Army National Guard, Regular Army, and Illinois Army National Guard. Doss’ military awards include an Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal (with oak leaf cluster), Good Conduct Medal, Primary Leadership Development Course ribbon, and German Armed Forces Badge for Weapons Proficiency (Schützenschnur), Bronze Level.
In addition to her service, Commander Doss is active in her community. Notably, Doss has marched in the combined veterans Color Guard for the past 15 years. This coming year, Commander Doss will be traveling throughout the state encouraging veterans to join AMVETS and further the mission of ‘Veterans Helping Veterans.’
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Peotone Swears-in Another New Officer; Watch Out Speeders
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Peotone FFA Honored at State Convention
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62nd Antique Tractor – Steam Engine Show July 18 – 21
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Monee Police Blotter: June 17 – 22
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Eagle Scout Wanted Project to be ‘Something Worthwhile’
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Beecher Police Blotter: June 1-22
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Beecher Community Library News
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Bourbonnais Public Library Hosting Pitbull Playtime
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Remembering What Really Matters Key to Public Service
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Rep. Haas Invites Constituents to Use Museum Works for Chicago Pass
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Peotone Library News
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KPL July Events
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