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It’s not an everyday occurrence to hear a first-hand account of American history’s most recognized battles by the soldiers who participated in them, unless you visit Browning Masonic Community. Browning is proud to serve 15+ veterans and has recently developed a relationship with the Library of Congress to record the oral history of World War…

As you read this fall edition of the Beacon you have probably identified the theme as thankfulness/giving back. Although we often dedicate this issue during the holiday season to such a worthy topic, we feel it is important to let you know that we are filled with gratitude 365 days a year. You see, we…

Grand Master, Keith W. Newton Deputy Grand Master, Richard A. Dickerscheid Senior Grand Warden, Timothy S. Wheeland Junior Grand Warden, Steven M. Grindle Grand Treasurer, Steven E. Cokonougher, PGM Grand Secretary, C. Michael Watson, PGM Grand Chaplain, Thomas F. Jenkins, II Grand Orator, Paul A. Weglage Grand Marshal, William M. Carter, III Senior Grand Deacon,…

On August 23, 2019, Springfield Masonic Community partnered with Ageless Aviation Dreams Foundation to provide eight U.S. veteran residents with individual flights in a restored 1940 Boeing Stearman biplane, the same aircraft used to train military aviators during World War II. The flights were courtesy of Ageless Aviation Dreams Foundation, a Carson City, Nevada-based, nonprofit…