Tim Engstrom

Tim Engstrom

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Go to Detachment to match squadron donations to Minnesota Boys State 75th Anniversary Banquet

Detachment to match squadron donations to Minnesota Boys State 75th Anniversary Banquet

By matching squadrons’ money donated to the 75th Anniversary Banquet, those in attendance, counselors, staff and alumni can remember an event that keeps Minnesota Boys State growing.

Go to Apple Valley welcomes home Vietnam veterans

Apple Valley welcomes home Vietnam veterans

Apple Valley Post 1776 held its annual Welcome Home Vietnam War Veterans Celebration on March 30, with a short program from Commander Bernie Baumann, along with prayer, pledge and other messages.

Go to SAL Detachment Commander: Learn something new every day

SAL Detachment Commander: Learn something new every day

I was taught this lesson by the man who became one of my mentors and best friends. RIP, Bud!

Go to Mail Call: Legionnaire needs to keep print edition

Mail Call: Legionnaire needs to keep print edition

In reading the letter regarding putting the Legionnaire online, I have some comments. 

ALR Director: Fund 85 Run to start in Pipestone

Happy spring! I had a great time in Montgomery earlier this month for the Appreciation Rally. This was the last rally of this Legion year. Boy, has this year gone by fast.

Go to Mail call: Letter about taking a knee was spot-on

Mail call: Letter about taking a knee was spot-on

Many thanks to fellow veteran Jeff Miller and his letter to the editor, “Taking knee is disrespectful to war dead,” in the March 2024 issue.

Go to Minnesota Boys State is June 9-15; register now

Minnesota Boys State is June 9-15; register now

There is still time for young men to register to take part in this event. Doing so at www.mnboysstate.org, they can find valuable information about the week ahead of them.

Go to Junior Shooting Sports keeps producing winners

Junior Shooting Sports keeps producing winners

ANOKA — Megan Jaros has been in youth shooting for five years. Her father had been looking for an activity for her.

Go to Mail Call: Tax cuts for charities is the top priority

Mail Call: Tax cuts for charities is the top priority

Veterans service organizations, athletic associations, fire-relief associations, nonprofits, bars, and restaurants with charitable gambling operations became very concerned about their futures with the passing of the Minnesota legislature’s tax omnibus bill.