American Legion News
By Tom Fernlund The holiday season is here, and for many it brings great memories of family gatherings and celebrations. I wish everyone safe travels and cheerful events during this time and always. Take time to remember those who are having difficult times and those […]
HUTCHINSON — Retired Lt. Col. Oliver North said he remains in touch with veterans he knew from media embeds in Afghanistan, and all of them are broken-hearted about how the United States left that country. What’s more, so are many Vietnam veterans, as it reminds […]
By Tim Engstrom MINNEAPOLIS — An injunction from a U.S. district court judge in Louisiana on Tuesday, Nov. 30, halted a federal COVID vaccine mandate for most of the country’s health care workers. The mandates had said the workers must receive their first shot by […]
Department of Minnesota to partner with Minneapolis VA Online meeting slated for Dec. 17 By Mike Parry WASECA — A new program is forming, and it is aimed at halting veteran suicides. It is called the Minnesota American Legion Family Suicide Prevention Coalition. “This coalition […]
ST. PAUL — National Vice Commander Angel Narvaez is coming to Minnesota in early December. He is the vice commander for the Midwest region of The American Legion. Narvaez is a member of Post 129 in Carolina, Puerto Rico. He joined The American Legion in […]
By Tim Engstrom MAHNOMEN — One topic we touched on at the Fall Conference was membership, and it reminded me that, when asking a veteran to join, they sometimes reply, “What’s in it for me?” I have four things you can tell them: 1. Veteran […]
Visit Scheduled for 2-5 December 2021 Angel O. Narvaez Angel O. Narvaez of Carolina, P.R., is a member of American Legion Pedro J. Rodriguez-Oquendo Post 129. He joined The American Legion in 2005 after his retirement from the military. Narvaez served in the U.S. Army […]
Post commander: ‘It feels amazing to help a fellow veteran’ BLUE EARTH — The Minnesota American Legion Foundation’s Veteran Assistance Fund made all the difference in helping a veteran get back on his feet. Blue Earth Post 89 Commander Paul Kafka said the veteran approached […]
Stars & Stripes BY NIKKI WENTLING • STARS AND STRIPES • OCTOBER 27, 2021 WASHINGTON – Government watchdogs criticized the Department of Veterans Affairs on Wednesday for a “broken culture” that has allowed breakdowns in patient safety and led to tragic deaths at facilities across […]
By Jeremy Wolfsteller First, as a OIF veteran with two deployments and who worked in burn pits during my first deployment I’d like to say thank you to The American Legion and our partner veteran service organizations for their relentless advocacy pressuring both VA and […]
By Tom Fernlund Keeping and preserving our freedom is a commitment of our military and veterans. National Security is one of the Four Pillars upon which The American Legion was founded. The Preamble to the Constitution of The American Legion our members recite before every […]
There is an issue with MyLegion.org. When SOME Posts/Sq go to process their membership, prior to selecting the banking information, they get the below error message. There is some issue in eCheck processing. Please contact system administrator. If a Post/Sq gets this message please contact Linda […]
Filing deadline moved back 5 years PHOENIX — A Minnesota American Legion resolution passed at the national level of The American Legion has resulted in the VA extending the disability deadline for the illness called Gulf War syndrome. The VA had planned to end the […]
Recently, we sat down with veterans from all branches of the military to hear about their experiences as members of the Minnesota American Legion. In this post, we interview U.S. Army veteran, Raymond Eiden, member of Falldin Post 555 and U.S. Air Force veteran, Dr. […]
NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, Sept. 16, 2021 CONTACT: Tim Engstrom Mike Arvidson Director of Communications Director American Legion Dept. of Minnesota Minnesota American Legion Fastpitch Softball tengstrom@mnlegion.org michaelarvidson@hotmail.com 952-679-0134 701-318-0926 Minnesota American Legion to launch fastpitch softball for girls […]
By Tim Engstrom EAGAN — Roger Myren didn’t have an underlying health condition. He didn’t have diabetes or asthma. He wasn’t obese. He was a healthy 69-year-old man. Yet COVID-19 hit him hard, nearly taking his life. A Harvard-educated pulmonary physician entered his case into […]
Join today by clicking here. ROYALTON — New Department Membership Director Paul Hassing said the theme for this year’s membership drive is “You’re Worth It.” It’s what he says when prospective members ask why they should pay the dues amount. “What we do matters. Your […]
CLUB MANAGER ANOKA AMERICAN LEGION Resumes are now being accepted for the position of Club Manager. Anyone interested can send or drop off their resume at American Legion Post 102 c/o Adjutant 400 West Main Street Anoka, MN 55303 763-421-0883
PHOENIX — Three Minnesota Legionnaires gave classes on Monday, Aug. 30, at the 102nd National Convention. Past 6th District Commander Paul Edwards gave one on writing resolutions. Past 8th District Commander Jennifer Havlick gave one on mentorship and Department Chaplain Kelley Adelsman spoke about volunteering […]
PHOENIX — Woman and men should be required to sign up for the draft, and not just men. That was the topic of a presentation by Past American Legion National Commander Denise Rohan of Wisconsin before the Legion’s National Security Commission on Saturday, Aug. 28. […]
Recently, we sat down with ten veterans from all branches of the military to hear about their experiences as members of the Minnesota American Legion. In this first of three posts, we interview U.S. Army veteran, Steve Fosness, member of Fairmont Post 36, U.S. Marine […]
Attributable to Department Commander Tom Fernlund Aug. 18, 2021 Dear Afghanistan veterans of Minnesota, The American Legion Department of Minnesota respects the sacrifices made by our Afghanistan veterans and salutes you for your service in an unconventional warzone over the course of 20 years. You […]
And a farewell was given to the VA&R admin assistant By Tim Engstrom REDWOOD FALLS — Department Service Officer Jeremy Wolfsteller announced to the Department Executive Committee and others watching in person and from home that VA&R Administrative Assistant Heather Larson will be moving on. […]
State lawmakers pass Veterans Restorative Justice Act By Tim Engstrom ST. PAUL — It was a rather successful year for veterans-related legislative efforts. The American Legion, along with other participants of the Minnesota Commanders’ Task Force, and the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, had a […]
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Minnesota American Legion Family Day at Target Field has been set for Sunday, July 25. Minnesota American Legion Commander Mark Dvorak will throw out the first pitch. Third District Commander Linda Dvorak will raise the Twins flag. Keith Deutsch will raise the American flag. And […]
Opposition exists in chaplain role; other spots remain unopposed REDWOOD FALLS — The race for commander of the Department of Minnesota will be unchallenged at the annual convention. The Department of Minnesota Convention is slated for July 15-17 at Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel and is […]