American Legion
3rd District commander’s October report
As to the 3rd District I have to congratulate all the vice commanders, adjutant and membership chair by hitting the 50 percent mark as we strive towards the 100 percent goal.
4th District commander’s October report
The 4th District had its first-ever District Bus Tour.
5th District commander’s October report
I just returned from Camp Ripley for the annual gathering of our National Security/Foreign Relations Committee meeting with my fellow district commanders and district NS/FR chairs.
6th District commander’s October report
I have been busy attending or planning for many functions including Camporee, the SAL Deer Hunt, the National Security Conference and open house and museum groundbreaking at Camp Ripley.
8th District commander’s October report
At the present time, the commander is on temporary leave in Colorado. The functions of the 8th still continue.
7th District commander’s October report
This was my first experience attending a national convention. How amazing it was to meet Legionnaires from other states!
10th District commander’s October report
I must admit that I’m still recovering from the excitement of both the National Convention and the Legionville Camporee.
Legion has presence at 934th Airlift Wing Family Day
The Minnesota American Legion had a presence at the 934th Airlift Wing Family Day on Saturday, Aug. 5, at the Minneapolis-St. Paul Air Reserve Station
Fund 85 Run raises money for helping veterans
The Fund 85 Run started out at Forest Lake Post 225 and went to Arcadia, Wis., and back on Aug. 19.
What about pot at the posts?
ST. PAUL — The Minnesota Legislature in mid-May passed a bill that legalizes the use of marijuana for people 21 or older. Gov. Tim Walz signed the bill 10 days later.
Column: Think of your ‘Why?’ when recruiting members
As we focus on recruiting new members, think about “Your Why.” Think of the reasons you are an active member of this organization — for you to feel revitalized and to share that with the new recruits.