Becky Hansen talks with Monica Orluk, Executive Director of Operation Troop Appreciation in Duquesne, serving local veterans and also active duty troops around the world. Orluk describes the dual-purpose effort including the local Veteran Welcome Home Program and The Active Duty Wish List Program. OTA functions entirely by volunteers and celebrates 20 years of service in 2024. (www.operationtroopappreciation.org)
Original airdate: 4/7/2024
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Becky joined EMF in 2005 and she covers Alaska, Minnesota, the UP of Michigan and the Dakotas.