Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties

Vietnam veterans' steak feed sizzles with support in Hurley

By P.J. GLISSON

[email protected]

HURLEY - The Iron County Memorial Building in Hurley was loaded with people Saturday as folks lined up to enjoy steaks made to order, as well as ongoing camaraderie.

For $25, the advance-reservation meal was part of the 29th annual fundraiser for the Vietnam Veterans of America Gogebic-Iron Range Chapter 529.

The event allows veterans to fund a popular December event in which local children receive a gift from Santa at the memorial building.

According to local VVA treasurer Arvid Sivula, veterans also fund scholarships for students graduating from Hurley...