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    "services_text": "The Middlesboro Elks Lodge offers its members a full calendar of activities and a suite of benefits that go well beyond a membership card. Lodge hall access means a comfortable, familiar space for private events, member socials, and organized meetings. Regular dinners and themed nights give members a reason to gather mid-week, not just on holidays.\n\nOn the community side, the lodge runs youth scholarship programs that award funds to graduating Bell County seniors each year, supports veterans outreach through the Elks National Veterans Service Commission, and participates in Hoop Shoot\u2026",
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            "answer": "Any U.S. citizen who is at least 21 years old and believes in God is eligible. You'll need to be sponsored by a current Elks member and go through a brief application process. Contact the lodge directly or visit elks.org to start the conversation."
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            "question": "What does an Elks membership actually cost?",
            "answer": "Dues vary by lodge and are set locally, but Elks membership is generally considered affordable relative to the benefits. There is a one-time initiation fee in addition to annual dues. Reach out to the Middlesboro lodge for their current rate schedule."
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            "answer": "Members in good standing can typically reserve the lodge hall for private gatherings. Availability and any associated fees depend on the lodge's calendar and policies. Contact the lodge directly to check availability and discuss your event needs."
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            "answer": "Each year the lodge sponsors scholarship competitions open to local youth. Awards are funded through lodge fundraising and national Elks programs. High school seniors in Bell County should ask the lodge about application deadlines and eligibility requirements for the current cycle."
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            "answer": "Yes. The Elks National Veterans Service Commission supports lodges in providing assistance, recognition, and community for veterans. The Middlesboro lodge participates in these programs, which can include visits to VA facilities, hospitality events, and direct support for local veterans and their families."
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            "answer": "Absolutely. Elks members in good standing enjoy reciprocal visiting privileges at lodges nationwide. Bring your membership card and you're welcome to visit the 19th Street lodge when you're passing through the Cumberland Gap area."
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            "answer": "The lodge is on 19th Street in Middlesboro, KY 40965. For specific hours, meeting times, and event schedules, visit elks.org or reach out to the lodge directly, as hours can vary by season and event calendar."
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