November 13, 2024

Joe Edelen , Brian Edelen, and Cameron Farmer were all recognized during the Quilt of Honor Ceremony at the 158th National Grange Convention. 

Rachel Edelen (niece and cousin) escorted all three to receive their Quilt of Honor quilts, which were made by Emma Edelen (niece and cousin).

In the past 21 years, the Quilts of Valor Foundation has presented more than 400,000 quilts to veterans and service members.

• Cameron Jon Farmer, Brooklyn, Iowa, U.S. Air Force, 2011-present.

• Joseph E. Edelen, Brooklyn, Iowa, U.S. Air Force, 1967-1971.

• Brian Robert Edelen – Brooklyn, Iowa, U.S. Air Force, 2002-2005.

November 15, 2024

Three of Iowa's youth were selected to be on the Youth Officer Team at the 158th National Grange Convention in Bettendorf, Iowa.

Rachel Edelen was the Youth President.

Jordyn Loiselle was the Youth Assistant Steward, and wrote and directed the opening drill.

Sarah Jacoby was the Youth Pomona.

November 12-16, 2024

Sonora Grange member, Kathi Hunt, was selected to be a Shipmate at the 158th National Grange Convention in Bettendorf, Iowa.

SHIPmates is a training program that focuses on Grange membership, leadership and fellowship development. Launched in 2023, we are seeking additional members to join the seven individuals selected for our first class and add to our crew so, together, we will chart a course forward.

The program offers participants professional-level training on various leadership topics and a deep dive into Grange rules and traditions, organizational procedures and much more.