Darin LaHood tweeted the following:
"I welcomed this years academy appointees from #IL18 and their families to our office to congratulate them on their appointment to a U.S. Military Service Academy. These appointees are shining examples of selfless leaders, and I wish all seven from #IL18 good luck!"Read on Twitter
Here are other recent tweets from Darin LaHood:
"Today, we recognize the 78th Anniversary of D-Day. The bravery and sacrifice of the soldiers who landed on the beaches of Normandy will never be forgotten. We will forever be indebted to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the defense of our nations freedom." on June 6Read on Twitter
"Honored to join the @the182AW for their change of command ceremony. The 182nd has been well-served by newly promoted Brig. Gen. McDonough, ATAG-Illinois Air National Guard. The 182nd will continue to be a leading C-130 unit under Col. Ballard. We are grateful for their service." on June 5Read on Twitter
"Chillicothe native Melvern Mel Campbell received the Purple Heart & Silver Star for his heroism in WWII. Mel represented the best of America and sadly passed this January. Honored to join his family & the community to celebrate Mels life. We are grateful for heroes like Mel." on June 3Read on Twitter