Operation Tango Mike welcomes care package requests
Written by Editor
Sunday, 11 May 2008
LAKE COUNTY – Operation Tango Mike, a local group that sends much-needed and appreciated care package to troops, invites additions to its list of recipients.
Group founder Ginny Craven reports that Operation Tango Mike generally receives troops' names through word of mouth and friends and family members, and welcomes new requests to expand its recipient list.
The effort is meant to boost morale and let troops serving far from home that their sacrifices aren't forgotten, according to Craven.
Packages are sent out throughout the year, with packing parties held on a regular basis.
Craven said the group has been blessed by the generosity of donors and the dedication of volunteers.
“Fundraising is always a challenge, but somehow, it always works when we need it most,” she said in an e-mail message to group supporters over the weekend. “We will continue to do whatever it takes to support our troops via Operation Tango Mike.”
If you are aware of someone who is deployed, contact Craven at 349-2838 or
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with the person's name and title, and the address where they can receive packages.
LAKEPORT – The Joy Maderios Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2015 will meet on the second Monday, May 12, at 6 p.m., at Lakeport Senior Center, 527 Konocti Ave. Lakeport.
The meeting begins with a potluck dinner and is followed by a business meeting of Post 2015 and the VFW Ladies Auxiliary.
All honorably discharged veterans of foreign wars of the United States are welcome to join.
For further information about the post and activities please visit the post's Web site at www.vfwpost2015.com.
Airman Matthew Smith recently graduated from basic training. Courtesy photo.
SAN ANTONIO – Air Force Airman Matthew J. Smith has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization, and military customs and courtesies; performed drill and ceremony marches, and received physical training, rifle marksmanship, field training exercises, and special training in human relations.
In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
Smith is the grandson of Mickey and Joyce Pierson of Nice, and a 2004 graduate of Upper Lake High School.
