For a 3 1/2-year-old, Elmo sure has sung a lot on “Sesame Street” with some of the best musicians in the world.

One retired Minnesota veteran is giving back to his country, one hat a time. This weekend, Dick Ellis of Lake Elmo is getting a $300 donation from the Stillwater Elks Lodge to knit hats for veterans.

“Elmo’s X account was compromised today by an unknown hacker who posted disgusting messages, including antisemitic and racist posts. We are working to restore full control of the account”.