Tim Engstrom

Tim Engstrom

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Go to Mail Call: VA staffer shines in duties

Mail Call: VA staffer shines in duties

The purpose of my letter is to commend a member of the Minneapolis VA staff, Ms. Ann Crew, for her sterling professionalism in handling my high blood pressure program.

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Come to the Sweetheart Rally

FOREST LAKE — The Sweetheart Rally happens Saturday, Feb. 3, at Forest Lake Post 225 and promises to be a good get-together. Social hour and membership turn-in are at 11 a.m. Lunch is at noon with a program to follow.

Go to 4th District commander’s January 2024 report

4th District commander’s January 2024 report

We have some major events coming up.

Go to Chaplain: Scriptures encourage healthy lifestyle

Chaplain: Scriptures encourage healthy lifestyle

There are many things that may get in our way and distract us from the plans that we may think we would like to get done on a daily basis.

Patriots Podcast: The Up Rise!

Minnesota American Legion Patriots Podcast with Mike Parry, Ray Kane, Kristy Janigo and Janet Lorenzo. They speak on 2 key issues facing veterans.

Go to Book documents Post-9/11 veterans from Minnesota

Book documents Post-9/11 veterans from Minnesota

ST. PAUL — The Minnesota Military & Veterans Museum has produced a new book documenting the stories of veterans from the Land of 10,000 Lakes who fought in the Global War on Terrorism.

Learn about Minnesota Boys State

What is it like to attend Minnesota Boys State? Watch the video for yourself to find out.

Go to Commander: Don’t let personalities divide our efforts

Commander: Don’t let personalities divide our efforts

Our great American Legion Family is made up of many different types of people with many different personalities. We don’t always agree. We don’t always get along. We do have to do our best to get along for the greater good though. We have too much work to do, and a lot of veterans and families are counting on us to get things done.

Go to What does Fund 85 do?

What does Fund 85 do?

Your charity makes a difference. Here, the Legionnaire provides our readers with Fund 85 money disbursed Jan.-July. The funds don’t go to the veteran, but, rather, to the need, such as a landlord or utility.

Go to Mail Call: Remove shot requirement to drive a van

Mail Call: Remove shot requirement to drive a van

One of the reasons for refusing to take the shot is I plan to be around for a long time.