American Legion
All-Family Events Calendar
Oct. 1-2: John Zgoda Deer Hunt, Legionville
3 goals for membership in 2025-26
I am Joe Bares of Jordan Post 3. Commander Linda Dvorak has asked me to be the membership director for her one-year term. Here are my three goals for membership this year:
Department Convention elects Linda Dvorak 4 years after Mark Dvorak’s term
WILLMAR — Delegates to the 106th American Legion Department of Minnesota Convention in Willmar elected a new statewide commander on the final day, July 12.
Commander: The mission is focus on the Four Pillars
I want to thank you for the opportunity to be your department commander. My theme for the year is “Back to the Basics – The Four Pillars.”
The Hellenic Post 129 commander’s granddaughter needs our help
It is a sad state of affairs for Post 129 Commander Anthony Forchas, and the American Legion Family of The Hellenic Post 129 in Minneapolis. His granddaughter needs our prayers and our assistance.
Carl Moon sworn in as Minnesota’s NECman
He went from white hat to blue hat to red hat.
Hunting, fishing licenses to be $5 for many disabled veterans
ST. PAUL — The biggest disappointment of the legislative session is this:
NECman: Is there anything else for the good of the Legion?
American Legion Baseball is preparing for postseason tournaments. Good wishes to all of our American Legion Baseball teams. We appreciate your continued participation in this program. Maybe this year is the year we get a team in the American Legion World Series? We sure enjoy watching this sport.
Director: Members have key role in gambling
The Gambling Control Board wants licensed organizations to successfully raise funds for good causes. But to achieve that goal, we need the help of their members. Time and again, we see that organizations with the most gambling problems often have the least membership involvement.
Resolutions of the 2025 Department Convention
RESOLVED, all veterans be allowed free access to Minnesota State Parks and be it further ...
Preparing Tomorrow’s Leaders: Join Minnesota American Legion College at Camp Ripley
The Minnesota American Legion College returns this April at Camp Ripley, offering Legionnaires across the state an outstanding opportunity to sharpen their leadership skills, gain practical knowledge, and build lasting connections.
1st District Commander’s June 2025 report
Reflecting on the past two years of being a district commander and doing the job with PTSD has been a profound experience. It is a testament to the strength of character and resilience that can emerge from the most challenging circumstances.