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Department Convention 2025
A few photos from the 2025 Department of Minnesota American Legion Convention.
Jennifer Kay Cole
21 hours ago1 min read
2025 Medallion Hunt Winners
Congratulations, Medallion Hunter Jamie Hafner! 2025 Winner of $500 with registered July 4th button!
MN Third District
Jul 82 min read
Membership Packets
The Third District American Legion distributed Membership Packets in Lonsdale and Silver Lake American Legions in June 2025.
MN Third District
Jul 31 min read
Quilts of Valor
Unit 225 President Cavalene “Kandi” Regan shared the Quilts of Valor mission. She handcrafted and donated twelve Quilts of Valor to twelve veterans at local assisted living facilities and VA Hospitals in Minnesota.
MN Third District
Apr 271 min read
2024 John Zgoda Memorial Deer Hunt at Legionville
Auxiliary Unit 225 and SAL Squad 225 join forces to support the 2024 John Zgoda Memorial Deer Hunt.
MN Third District
Apr 152 min read
Community Honors Susan Burrows’ Legacy at Heartfelt Funeral Ceremony
A profound sense of remembrance and respect filled the chapel at Roberts Funeral Home on Monday as the Forest Lake community gathered to cel
MN Third District
Apr 76 min read
Department Sweetheart Rally canceled due to weather
The MN Department Sweetheart Rally has been canceled due to weather.
MN Third District
Feb 61 min read
Radiation/Chemo Kits for Veterans Needed
Radiation / Chemo Kits for Veterans Needed.
MN Third District
Jan 271 min read
Armed Service Centers: Supporting Military Families at MSP and Across Major Airports
Nancy Zak from Auxiliary Unit 225 sorted and organized donations collected by her Unit for the Armed Services Center at MSP.
MN Third District
Jan 272 min read
Jordan’s American Legion Post 3: A Century of Service and Community Impact
Jordan American Legion Post #3 continues to make a huge impact on the community. Read the full article.
MN Third District
Jan 231 min read
Register for the 3rd District Mid-Winter Conference
Registration for the Mid Winter Conference is available online or by mail. Details inside.
MN Third District
Dec 16, 20241 min read
Veteran Affairs & Rehabilitation Article 01/2025
American Legion Auxiliary units partnered with Wreaths Across America to lay wreaths on the graves of military service men & women.
MN Third District
Dec 15, 20241 min read
Free Dental Clinic for Veterans
The second of 3 Free Dental Clinics is scheduled with appointments on 3 possible dates at the Rochester Community and Technical College...
Jennifer Kay Cole
Nov 21, 20242 min read
November 2024 Third District VA&R Article
American Legion Family members toured St Cloud VA Hospital on October 24, 2024 prior to the fall convention.
MN Third District
Nov 19, 20242 min read
National Convention of 3rd District in New Orleans
The MN Third District at the WWII Museum in New Orleans, photos and more.
MN Third District
Nov 1, 20241 min read
2025 Membership Goal Update
The 2025 Membership Goals & Current Standings are available for download on this page.
MN Third District
Sep 20, 20241 min read
105th National Convention of the American Legion
The 105th National Convention was held in New Orleans at the end of August 2024. We've gathered feedback from our District to share with you
MN Third District
Sep 17, 20242 min read
100th Birthday of Veteran Paul Esparza
Congratulations Paul on your 100th Birthday, thank you for your service to this great country.
MN Third District
Aug 12, 20241 min read
Dedication to Transparency: Make sure you Subscribe & Follow the State, District, & National Social Media Platforms
Find links to the District, Department, and National level social media platforms. Connect more, learn more.
MN Third District
Jul 15, 20241 min read
When to Display the American Flag: A Guide to Proper Flag Etiquette
Knowing when and how to display the American Flag is a matter of pride and respect. This guide will help you understand what is proper.
MN Third District
Jun 24, 20243 min read
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