Sgt. Major Frank Pulley, USMC (Ret.), Marine Corps Association and Foundation

Lieutenant Colonel Preston Butler Jr., Lt. Col. U.S. Army (Ret.), PK3 Ministries Inc.

Gunnery Sergeant Robert Keister, USMC (Ret,), personal driver General Chester "Chesty" Puller 

Mayor, Maryann Edwards, City of Temecula 

Rear Admiral John "Mac" McLaughlin, USN (Ret.), President & CEO USS MIDWAY CV 41 MUSEUM 

Major David G. Boone, USMC, Temecula Valley Community Liaison Officer Camp Pendleton 

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Nominations for our eight annual Tribute to Veterans - Temecula Valley's Outstanding Community Service Honoree are now being accepted.  The nominees are Temecula or Murrieta residents, active duty or veteran, community involvement is a plus, however, no community involvement is not a priority.  

This year's event specifics:  

Date:  November 2013

Time:  TBD

Location: TBD

Dress code:  Casual

Open and free to the public

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  Sixth Grade Literature Contest Requirements:

    We are excited for the opportunity to once again include the Veterans' favorite sixth grade Literature contest "Why We Honor Veterans" deadline October 18, 2013.  Two pages, double space, and in the sixth graders own words.  Student are asked to provide parent's email address, phone number, and the name of their teacher for clarification.  Eligibility entries Temecula Valley and Murrieta Valley Middle School students.  This portion of our ceremony is always received well hearing first hand the perception of our youth as they view the world through their eyes and perspective.  Mail essay entries to:

Tribute to Veterans - Temecula Valleys Attn:  Michael McCracken, 27475 Ynez Rd. # 394, Temecula, California 92591

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