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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The Highground hosted a Grand Opening of its current exhibit, “The Vietnam Experience”, on Saturday, February 1. The Museum was filled with guests eager to see all the Vietnam War memorabilia from Historic Military Impressions and a selection of The Highground’s “My War” photo exhibit comprised of Vietnam veterans’ personal photos from the war. Carl Bogar Jr,…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Dave Droste, owner of Hardee’s of Neillsville, Colby and Medford, and Julie Dayton, Neillsville Hardee’s Manager presented a check to Kay Anason, Donation Coordinator of The Highground Veterans Memorial Park. Droste, a member of the Hardee’s Independent Franchisee Association (HIFA), explained that the “Stars for Heroes” program at each store is what generated the…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The 7th Annual Winter Bowl was held on Sunday, January 26th, at Rose Bowl Lanes in Marshfield, with a full house present! Over $4,000 was raised to support our Veterans Weekend Retreats happening later this year and to continue our mission to educate, honor and heal. The enthusiastic crowd enjoyed an afternoon of bowling…

The public is invited to attend the Grand Opening of the exhibit, “Vietnam Experience” at The Highground Veterans Memorial Park Museum outside of Neillsville on Saturday, February 1st at 1pm.  The exhibit—consisting of a large number of artifacts, uniforms, memorabilia and information from and about the Vietnam War—is funded by donations to the Highground, and…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] [wpfd_single_file id=”13443″] The Highground Board of Directors has approved a contract with Crescendo Fundraising Professionals, LLC to initiate a $3.75 to $4M capital campaign to respond to growth of the organization and to improve the visitor experience and services for its 225,000 annual visitors. The campaign is based on a recently completed Campaign Readiness…

A BIG THANK YOU to generous supporter Pat Williams for donating 200 Beanie Babies for our current military package drive! These pristine Beanies are sure to put a smile on faces around the world! The Highground is grateful for all the donations and the outpouring of support we’ve received which allows us to continue our Military…

For Immediate Release: January 3, 2020 Neillsville, January 3, 2020 – Darlene Zschernitz of Neillsville Citizens State Bank of Loyal presented a check for $2,500 to Rhonda Miller, Gift Shop Coordinator at The Highground. Thank you Citizens State Bank of Loyal! Visitors to the Gift Shop, Museum and Visitor Center continue to benefit from and…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] In This Newsletter Mission Completed Gold Star Re-Dedicated to honor the families of those who paid the ultimate sacrifice Ride to Remember Annual Ride Raises over $10,000 Calendar of Events Update The Season of Giving is the Season of Planning at The Highground Freedom Celebration Day Holiday Lights Coming to The Highground Heroe’s…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As The Season of Giving draws near for all of us, The Highground’s Board of Directors and Staff are planning the park’s improvements. The Plan will depend on those willing to participate in the Season of Giving. Will you commit to contributing $20, $40, or $60 to help fund the park improvements that are being…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] In This Newsletter Because of the Brave, Honor Ride fight the rainy conditions off to Honor the Fallen on Memorial Day Freedom Celebration Days 2019 Spring Work Week 2019 Volunteer Picnic 35th Annual Bike Tour 2019 Helicopter, Military, & Tribute Vehicle Expo United in Service Stones Heroes Ride coming, ready to go! Gold…