Tim Engstrom
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Get set for the Holiday Decorated Vehicle Parade
MINNEAPOLIS — Help spread holiday cheer to veterans in the VA Medical Center and in the Minneapolis Veterans Home by participating in or watching the Holiday Decorated Vehicle Parade.
Department of Minnesota looking at dues increase
He said the committee recommends a dues increase of $3 for the Department of Minnesota beginning in the 2025 year. National American Legion HQ is raising its share of dues by $5.
ALR Director: Let’s get the entire Legion Family to Paynesville
The Pearl Harbor Family Gathering is a Legion event that is hosted by the American Legion Riders and will be Dec. 9 at the Paynesville American Legion.
Minnesota loses a lion of a Legionnaire
PLAINVIEW — Past Department Commander William Bruno Goede died Nov. 5 at age 78 in Plainview after a courageous fight with kidney cancer.
VA makes St. Cloud Vet Center Outstation official
ST. CLOUD — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced Friday, Dec. 1, that a new Vet Center would come to St. Cloud. The American Legion Department of Minnesota has pushed for Minnesota to receive three Vet Centers since 2011, noting the most urgent need was in St. Cloud.
American Legion Department of Minnesota partners with book publisher to preserve stories
ST. PAUL — The American Legion Department of Minnesota has partnered with a Texas company to produce an oral history of department veterans as a means to raise funds.
Letter: A message of gratitude from an activities director
"I want to thank your high school and community for being so welcoming at last night’s game against Annandale."
4th District commander’s December 2023 report
The 4th District has started off the holiday season with a great event. We had our first-ever family holiday event celebrating every holiday from Thanksgiving past the New Year.
3rd District commander’s December 2023 report
One last thing I would like to share from the recent Fall Conference is the importance of the post service officer (PSO). This job requires a confident, dedicated and organized person — preferably one who is ready and available to provide assistance.
5th District commander’s December 2023 report
As we close 2023 and approach the holiday season I am reminded of all the blessings we have shared as our American Legion Family. A very Merry Christmas and a Happy to New Year to all.