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USO Northwest Red, White & Blue Golf Classic

May 7, 2019, 11:20 AM | Updated: Oct 1, 2024, 7:11 am

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For over 50 years, the United Service Organizations Northwest has served the men and women of the U.S. military. As a non-profit dedicated to supporting America’s troops, USO Northwest helps strengthen America’s service members by keeping them connected to family, home and country. This year, you can show your support by participating in USO Northwest’s 2019 Red, White and Blue Golf Classic on June 27th at The Golf Club at Newcastle. Become part of the largest one-day golf tournament in support of our military and help provide programs and services designed to meet the unique needs of today’s service men and women. You can participate through corporate sponsorship or individual foursomes are still available this year. It’s fun, it’s inspiring and all proceeds support our local military and their families! For more information, visit

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