Tim Engstrom
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Minnesota American Legion Fastpitch Softball rankings for June 11
Virginia Post 239 leads the pack
Minnesota American Legion Baseball rankings for June 11
St. Paul Hamline Post 418 (Cretin-Durham Hall) leads Minnesota's big schools, while St. Cloud Post 76 (Cathedral) leads the small schools.
WWII History Round Table packed for B-17 veterans
ST. PAUL — Centenarian veterans commanded the stage April 22 at the Dr. Harold C. Deutsch WWII History Round Table.
Commander: There is no place for violence in politics
Department Commander Carl Moon makes a statement on the political violence of June 14, 2025.
The busiest Legion season is kicking in
I hope everyone had a chance to honor and remember our fellow veterans who have retired to the Post Everlasting on this recent Memorial Day. Peggy and I attended the program at Fort Snelling and afterwards the program at the Minneapolis Veterans Home. These are always very moving events.
Bravo Zulu House opens veteran-specific sober home
WINNEBAGO — Instead of just thanking veterans for their service, Bravo Zulu House sends the message of welcoming them home to a place where they can address challenges.
Community volunteers needed for VA Wheelchair Games
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Health Care System is looking for volunteers for the National Veterans Wheelchair Games, July 17-22, in Minneapolis — the world’s largest adaptive sports and rehabilitation event designed exclusively for U.S. military Veterans with disabilities.
National Security/Foreign Relations Committee presents scholarship
Legionnaires Amy Larson and Brad Pagel present a National Security Committee Scholarship at the Maverick Battalion ROTC ball on March 20 in Mankato.
Waite Park Post 428 honors 80-year member
Waite Park Post 428 Commander Joe Cordie presents an 80-year certificate to Kermit Eastman, 98.
Pequot Lakes SAL presents $2,000 to food shelf
Pequot Lakes SAL Squadron Commander Rich Ugolini and 1st Vice Commander James Tayloe present a $2,000 check to the Lakes Area Food Shelf.
1st District Commander’s May 2025 Report
As I reflect on my two-year tenure as 1st District commander, I am filled with a sense of accomplishment, gratitude and pride.