May 11, 2021,The VFW Post 3838 paid off 1.2 million dollar loan on new post building and burned the mortgage, during a dinner celebration attended by 200 post & Auxiliary members & guest. After 15 years of hard working members the remaining balance of $53,417.62 was paid in full.
A cake was made in the exact replica of the post by Fancy That Cake.
Pete Rhodes was honored for his years of service and dedication with a steel plaque to be displayed in canteen.
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