Raffle tickets on sale to help U.S. injured troops

PORT ANGELES — Raffle tickets are on sale for the Injured Troops Marine Event sponsored by Elks Naval Lodge No. 353 and Korean War Veterans Chapter No. 310.

Tickets are $10, and first prize is a river float boat fishing trip donated by Jerry’s Bait & Tackle, $200 for second place and $100 for third place.

The event, a three-day fishing trip and visit to the Port Angeles Sprint Boat Races for injured U.S. troops, is set for Sept. 7-9.

Organizers have raised $3,100 as of Thursday, with a goal of raising just under $10,000 to fund the event.

To purchase a ticket, phone the Elks office at 360-457-3355.

Donations are also sought for the event.

Make checks payable to Elks Naval Lodge No. 353 and mail to 131 E. First St., Port Angeles, WA 98362, or phone the Elks for donation by credit card.

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