American Legion
2nd District Commander’s Report
Happy Veterans Day! I hope everyone had a day filled with reflection on their own military career, thanks to others that served, and gratitude for the great country we get to call home.
1st District Commander’s Report
I hadn’t been at the Fall Conference in 12 years. It was great to touch bases with old friends and make new ones.
Guest column: The importance of committees
Committees are vital to The American Legion because they keep our mission moving forward.
Bowling Tournament is coming up
DAYTON — The Minnesota State American Legion Family Bowling Tournament is set for March 28 to April 26 at Sundance Lanes in Dayton.
Connections made at Boys State last a lifetime
I read of a number of Veterans Day programs and attended one myself. Very inspiring!
Grittner endorsed for department vice commander
Kriesel-Jacobsen Post 560 in Zimmerman has endorsed Frank Grittner for Department of Minnesota vice commander for 2026-2027.
Knutson endorsed for department chaplain
Pederson-Tripp Post 357 of Ashby has endorsed Dean Knutson for the office of department chaplain for the 2026-27 membership year.
Membership director: What is post retention?
You hear people giving membership reports with renewal percentages. How are renewals calculated?
New ADSO: Meet the new ADSO
For the many of you who do not know me, my name is Jason Storm. I was hired six months ago as the American Legion’s assistant department service officer (aka ADSO) for the Department of Minnesota.
All-Family Events Calendar
Dec. 6: Pearl Harbor Rally, Buffalo Post 270
NECman: Entire Legion must learn the 4 rules
At the Fall NEC meeting in Indianapolis, National Judge Advocate Mark Seavey stressed two main issues.