Category: National Grange News
National Grange President’s May 2015 Message
In this May message, National Grange President Ed Luttrell recaps the successes of April’s Grange Month and discusses two new Granges that are being chartered. Mr. Luttrell also discusses the upcoming National Grange Annual Legislative Fly-In and it’s importance in our Grange activities. Ed closes by expressing the integral part that our 148 years of … Continue reading “National Grange President’s May 2015 Message”
Senator Pat Toomey presented with an award for his work on Medicare Part D.
On April 22, Betsy Huber, Pennsylvania State Grange Legislative Director, presents U.S. Senator Pat Toomey with an award for his work on Medicare Part D. Along with Betsy are representatives of the Global Colon Cancer Association and the Eastern Pennsylvania Chapter of the National Hemophilia Foundation.
National Grange President’s April 2015 Message
In this April message, National Grange President, Ed Luttrell, discusses the importance of Grange Month with a focus on using the event to invite new Grange members into your local Grange. Close caption for this and other videos can be displayed by clicking on the closed caption icon in the bottom of the video window. … Continue reading “National Grange President’s April 2015 Message”
2015 National Grange Legislative Fly-In
MARK YOUR CALENDAR Please join us for the NATIONAL GRANGE LEGISLATIVE FLY-IN May 17-20, 2015 Washington, D.C. Come to Washington and help us promote the policy that was initiated by your local Grange offices back home.The National Grange Building downtown will be headquarters for meetings, briefings, networking and social time. Legislative Fly-In Schedule Sunday, May … Continue reading “2015 National Grange Legislative Fly-In”
National Youth Ambassadors Celebrate National Ag Day
WASHINGTON – The nation’s capital turned green for agriculture on March 18 for National Ag Day. National Grange Youth Ambassadors Cassidy Cheddar of Elizabethtown, Pa. and Derek Snyder of Boiling Springs, Pa. joined more than 100 college students to deliver a message for agriculture to their legislators. “There is a growing divide between the farm … Continue reading “National Youth Ambassadors Celebrate National Ag Day”
National Grange President’s March 2015 Message
In this March message, National Grange President Ed Luttrell discusses the upcoming Grange Month in April with a focus on using the event to invite new Grange members into your local Grange. As always, we hope you like and subscribe to these videos. It’s our way of sharing important information with each and all of … Continue reading “National Grange President’s March 2015 Message”
National Grange President’s February 2015 Message
In this February message, National Grange President Ed Luttrell touches on the importance of President’s Day, Grange advocacy, the 2015 Master’s Conference, and local Grange outreach. As always, we hope you like and subscribe to these videos. It’s our way of sharing important information with each and all of you. Close caption for this and … Continue reading “National Grange President’s February 2015 Message”
National Grange President’s January 2015 Message
Happy New Year from everyone at the National Grange! The new year is upon us and National Grange President Ed Luttrell hopes that you take the time to reflect on the things your Grange wants to accomplish in the coming year. Close caption for this and other videos can be displayed by clicking on the … Continue reading “National Grange President’s January 2015 Message”
Seasons Greetings from the National Grange
As 2014 comes to an end, we reflect on the past year and turn to those of you who have helped us accomplish various achievements.  We value your support and partnership, and we sincerely thank you.  We look forward to what lies ahead in the coming year and anticipate your continued support and dedication. … Continue reading “Seasons Greetings from the National Grange”
Grange talent delights
On Friday night, more than 350 people gathered to enjoy the talent that abounds across the Grange at the Evening of Excellence. It was a night to remember with vocal acts, variety acts, and Sign-S-Song performances as well as the announcements of new Junior and Youth Ambassadors. National Grange Lecturer Jim Tetreault co-hosted the event … Continue reading “Grange talent delights”
Two elected to National Grange Executive Committee
Two Wisconsin Grangers will hold seats on the National Grange Executive Committee simultaneously after several rounds of balloting by delegates to the 148th Session Thursday for the two open positions. Leroy Watson, a 42-year Grange member, who serves as Treasurer of Fox Valley Good Earth Grange #776 in Neenah, Wisc., and Overseer of Potomac Grange … Continue reading “Two elected to National Grange Executive Committee”
Reception Honors Distinguished Granges
Wednesday night, more than 100 people gathered to celebrate with winners of the Distinguished Grange Award during its fifth year of the program. The program honors Subordinate and State Granges that fulfill responsibilities while excelling in the areas of membership, fundraising and community service in their communities. Two State Granges, Maryland and New York, and … Continue reading “Reception Honors Distinguished Granges”
National Master Addresses 148th Delegate Body
During his sixth address to the memÂbers and public, National Master Ed Luttrell on Tuesday directly after the opening of the 148th Annual National Grange Convention focused heavily on overreach by government, such as unÂnecessary and often detrimental reguÂlations as well as threats to personal freedoms. He also discussed challenges to the agriculture industry and … Continue reading “National Master Addresses 148th Delegate Body”
Hospitality room place for fun, food
Grangers know if they want a snack or just to catch up with Grange friends at convention, the place to go is the hospitality room. This year the hospitality room, located in 2503, is being overseen by the Indiana State Grange. John Neff, Overseer and Youth Director, of the Indiana State Grange, with the assistance … Continue reading “Hospitality room place for fun, food”
Communications Fellows ready to tell Grange story
The 148th Annual Session of the National Grange will create many news-worthy events. From setting the policy course for the next year to celebrating the accomplishments of Granges and Grange members, a team of Grangers will be hard at work documenting this year’s activity. This year’s communication fellows team are Debbie Gegare of Wisconsin, Karie … Continue reading “Communications Fellows ready to tell Grange story”
