American Legion
Backus Post 368 donates to Pine River-Backus School
Backus Post 368 provided three donations to Pine River-Backus School.
Dawson Post 177 honors 100-year-old member’s birthday
After the regular meetings of Dawson Post 177, coffee and cake were served in observance of Del Thielke’s 100th birthday, which was Nov. 9.
TC Energy donates pickup to an American Legion post
Slayton Post 64 recently received an in-kind donation from TC Energy of a 2017 Chevy Silverado pickup. Presenting the title to Post 64 Commander Brad Pagel is Jeremy Winters with TC Energy. Winters is a Post 64 member.
Which American Legion posts raised the most with charitable gambling?
ST. PAUL — The Minnesota Gambling Control Board came out in November with its annual reports for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023.
Don’t miss out; apply for Minnesota Legion College
CAMP RIPLEY — Attention all Legion Family members: The 2024 Minnesota American Legion College is slated for April 25-28 at Camp Ripley, and you’re invited to attend!
NECman: It’s the time of year to reach out to lawmakers, tell them about veterans
Happy New Year. I hope everyone had a very enjoyable Christmas. Many posts put on a meal or an event for their members.
Is it easier to return from deployment on active duty or with National Guard?
“The military was a good fit for me,” he said. “If you do a good job, people notice.”
Legionnaires donate at the Pearl Harbor Rally
See who gave to commander and president projects.
1st District commander’s January 2024 report
According to the latest membership reports, we should be proud of our efforts. I realize that it is tough getting memberships, but I know that everyone is working hard on coming up with creative ways to bring in new members and get current members involved.
2nd District commander’s January 2024 report
If you have not heard, the 6th District has challenged the 2nd District to a membership competition.
3rd District commander’s January 2024 report
As for myself, it is hard not to overindulge due to the appreciation of free meals offered that are abundant to veterans, especially in the larger cities. In many of the restaurants I visited, a drill sergeant could have said “Fall in!” and I would have bet the entire restaurant would have emptied out in formation.
5th District commander’s January 2024 report
Post 99 hosts Minneapolis-Richfield Post 435’s Omelet Breakfast on the second Sunday and Post 99 Pancake Breakfast on the fourth Sunday. Remember to support your local posts!