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What do you do if the national anthem is played in public?

COLONIAL HEIGHTS, Va. — I was sitting in the waiting room of the Commonwealth Vein Center on Thursday, Dec. 28, having arrived several minutes before my noon appointment. I was catching up on emails on my cellphone when, the radio in the room began playing “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

KARE-11 wins American Legion award

INDIANAPOLIS — A Minneapolis television station and a Kentucky newspaper will receive American Legion Fourth Estate Awards during the 105th National Convention of the nation’s largest veterans organization in New Orleans on Aug. 29.

Spotlight on Spirituality: Police Chaplain Cindy Yanchury of United Methodist Church

Chaplain Cindy Yanchury of Eagan American Legion Post 594 speaks about her rich history serving her community.

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Free bus transportation available to posts for Vietnam War commemoration

BLOOMINGTON — MDVA partnerships will allow Vietnam veterans to take part in the three-day event at the Mall of America, June 13-15, by providing free charter bus transportation in select locations.

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2 commanders throw birthday bash

BIG STONE CITY, S.D. — Minnesota American Legion Commander Paul Hassing has the same birthdate, June 10, as South Dakota Commander Courtney Steffen.

Spotlight on Spirituality: Joy coaching and essential oils

What does an American Legion National Vice Commander from Watertown, S.D., essential oils, Christian faith and coaching all have in common? Meet Dr. Letticia Callies, aka Dr. Joy.

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Krill endorsed for department vice commander

Lee C. Prentice Post 36 in Fairmont endorses Pamela J. Krill for the position of Department of Minnesota vice commander for the 2nd and 7th districts for the year 2024-25.

Minnesota officer honored by The American Legion

INDIANAPOLIS — The American Legion announced April 1 that Minnesota’s Outstanding Law Enforcement Officer for 2023 has been named as a regional winner.

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Who is going to Commander Hassing’s Testimonial Dinner?

MONTGOMERY — Department Commander Paul Hassing will be honored at his Testimonial Dinner. Montgomery Post 79’s Taco Terco will provide the meal.

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There remains time to sign up for Boys State

We are still welcoming registrations of high school junior boys to the 75th session of Minnesota’s American Legion Boys State. St. John’s University will host us June 9 through the 15.