Tim Engstrom
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Sen. Klobuchar receives American Legion Distinguished Service Award
WASHINGTON — The American Legion awarded U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar of Minneapolis the 2024 Distinguished Public Service Award from The American Legion for her leadership on a range of veterans’ issues.
Horse ranch up north provides healing through equine therapy
BAGLEY — For many of us, it takes a few hard knocks before we wake up to the truth and His greater plan for our lives.
Department Executive Committee approves 2 resolutions
Real estate agent Jon Haworth, a 4th District vice commander, said the resolution brings VA loans to be in line with the Minnesota Fair Housing Act and the laws of several states where it is illegal to discriminate against marital status.
Come to the State Office Building in St. Paul on Thursday
There is a sports betting bill, HF2000, that provides historic tax breaks for charitable gambling in Minnesota that will benefit our posts. We, The American Legion Department of Minnesota, can support this bill.
Vietnam Veterans Day to be honored at Forest Lake post
FOREST LAKE — American Legion Post 225 in Forest Lake is hosting its Vietnam Veterans Day Ceremony for the 17th year.
Haugen named Legionnaire of the Year
SAL Detachment Commander John Weiss gives the Legionnaire of the Year award to Robert “Tim” Haugen at the 9th District Mid-Winter Conference on Jan. 20.
Minnesota Legion Family Bowling Tournament slated for April
DAYTON — Registration is open for the 78th annual Minnesota State American Legion Family Bowling Tournament.
St. Paul has 4 players in Baseball Hall of Fame, and all 4 played Legion ball
With Minnesota Twins legend Joe Mauer being elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in January, the Fabulous 4th District has four Legion Baseball alumni who are in the hall.
DSO: A challenge for heroes: St. Augusta Post 621 vs. Hastings Post 47
In the heartland of Minnesota, where communities thrive on the spirit of giving, two American Legion posts embarked on a remarkable mission. It all began with a challenge — a challenge to make a difference in the lives of veterans, their families and the entire community.
‘Just because you have a blue hat, it doesn’t mean you don’t know anything’
MONTGOMERY — American Legion members who wear blue caps matter the most, said American Legion National Vice Commander Raymond Vail at the Appreciation Rally on March 2 at Montgomery Post 79.
ALR Director: Where should the Fund 85 Run start and end?
We are beginning to plan the Fund 85 Run for July 25-28 with the kickoff party on July 24. This year the run will be around southern Minnesota.
Column: If you want it done, give it to a Son
March also brings our yearly Spring Conference. This year it will be at Forest Lake American Legion Post 225, sponsored by SAL Squadron 225. This will be on Friday, March 15 (Finance and Executive Board meetings) and Saturday, March 16 for general membership. Registration cost is $20 and includes lunch.