American Legion
Meet the new national adjutant for The American Legion
Marine Corps veteran Rodney K. Rolland addressed The American Legion National Executive Committee after they unanimously voted to appoint him the 14th national adjutant. Rolland's appointment followed the announced retirement of his predecessor, Daniel S. Wheeler, who had served in the role since 2008.
Spotlight on Spirit: Interview with PNC Dan Ludwig
Past National Commander Dan Ludwig shares of his experience serving as a member to the Commander of the largest veteran service organization.
Turkey hunt at Camp Ripley serves 34 disabled veterans
CAMP RIPLEY — Ray Nagengast, a disabled veteran and American Legion member of Buffalo Post 270, was one of the 34 disabled veterans who signed up as hunters for the 20th Veterans with Disabilities Turkey Hunt.
House Tax Committee passes sports betting bill with charitable tax relief
ST. PAUL — The sports betting bill, which features tax breaks for charitable gambling valued at $40 million a year, moved on Tuesday, April 30, after a hearing in the House Tax Committee.
Spotlight on Spirituality: Alcoholics Anonymous
Addiction to alcohol remains in our 21st culture and the means to sobriety is a process for those who engage it. Listen in as Past Department Commander Jennifer Havlick shares with host Kelley Adelsman her process and condition of sobriety.
Forest Lake Post 225 remodels its post home
FOREST LAKE — Forest Lake Post 225 dedicated its remodeled post home on Thursday, April 25, with a ribbon cutting, champagne and many local officials.
St. Michael Post 567 participates in Mass for veterans
A service called the Children’s & Veterans Mass was held at Saint Michael’s Catholic Church on Jan. 31 in St. Michael, with many members of St. Michael Post 567 participating.
Pipestone Post 6 competes in American Legion Junior Shooting Sports
On Jan. 27, Pipestone American Legion Post 6 1st Vice Commander Chris Hoss judged the Pipestone County 4-H Shooting Sports Team & Individual Postal Match, Round 1, in the American Legion Junior Shooting Sports Program.
Apple Valley welcomes home Vietnam veterans
Apple Valley Post 1776 held its annual Welcome Home Vietnam War Veterans Celebration on March 30, with a short program from Commander Bernie Baumann, along with prayer, pledge and other messages.
Mail Call: Legionnaire needs to keep print edition
In reading the letter regarding putting the Legionnaire online, I have some comments.
ALR Director: Fund 85 Run to start in Pipestone
Happy spring! I had a great time in Montgomery earlier this month for the Appreciation Rally. This was the last rally of this Legion year. Boy, has this year gone by fast.