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NECman: Listen to your body when something’s not normal
The Washington Conference is history. A big thank-you to Kristy Janigo, as our Legislative Committee chairwoman. She did a fantastic job.
Column: If you want it done, give it to a Son
March also brings our yearly Spring Conference. This year it will be at Forest Lake American Legion Post 225, sponsored by SAL Squadron 225. This will be on Friday, March 15 (Finance and Executive Board meetings) and Saturday, March 16 for general membership. Registration cost is $20 and includes lunch.
Mail Call: Thanks for the airmen poem
Sending a shout-out to Sharon Brunette, New Prague Post 45.
Mail Call: It’s stunning how much the state gets
The January Issue of the Minnesota Legionnaire had a small but insightful article on American Legion post-level charitable gambling.
Chaplain: Faith is a powerful way to face anxiety
Anxiety as explained in the dictionary is a feeling of worry, nervousness or unease about an event or circumstance that has an uncertain outcome.
Minnesota Commander: Credit belongs to members and supporters
We have the honor of hosting National Commander Daniel Seehafer from April 14 through the 18. Please look at the website for locations and see if you can attend any of his stops. We need to show him how great the Department of Minnesota is. The national commander will be at Veterans Day on the Hill on April 17.
Director: Minneapolis VA expanding services for veterans
By almost any measure, the Minneapolis VA provides high quality care. We measure this by a variety of means including surveys and inspections, visits by veteran service organization leaders and direct feedback from veterans on their experience, satisfaction and trust.
Commissioner: MDVA now has 4 cemeteries, to have 8 homes
This last year has seen some major accomplishments. After years of advocacy, planning and construction, MDVA completed four major construction projects: the Redwood Falls State Veterans Cemetery was dedicated in August when the first interments were held and three new Veterans Homes in Bemidji, Montevideo and Preston are close to opening.
Mail Call: Dan Morgan cartoon for January
“You play any heavy metal?”
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.