Join the Red Cross to install free smoke alarms and share fire safety education. The Red Cross of Riverside County is hosting a "Sound the Alarm" event right here in Idyllwild, and we need your help to make our community safer. Please join us and your fellow community members for this important [...]
Join the Fight to Save Lives: Free Online Training on Veteran Suicide Prevention The American Legion, in partnership with Columbia University, is offering a powerful opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our fellow veterans. Through the "Be the One" initiative, free online training sessions are being held to equip [...]
Veterans know the value of camaraderie better than anyone. It’s a bond forged in shared experiences and mutual understanding, and it often becomes a lifeline when life after service presents new challenges. Recognizing the importance of these bonds, the American Legion introduced Resolution 18, commonly known as “Buddy Check,” a proactive initiative [...]
The National Medal of Honor Museum has officially opened its doors in Arlington, Texas, offering a powerful tribute to the courage, sacrifice, and extraordinary actions of ordinary Americans. This state-of-the-art museum celebrates the lives and legacies of the fewer than 4,000 Medal of Honor recipients, out of over 40 million Americans who [...]
The American Legion is gearing up for its 106th National Convention, set to take place in Tampa Bay, Florida, from August 22 to August 28, 2025. This annual gathering serves as a cornerstone event for the organization, bringing together members, leaders, and supporters from across the nation. The convention will feature a [...]
It sounds like a significant step forward for Veterans' healthcare! The Federal EHR system aims to streamline and improve the continuity of care for Veterans by consolidating their medical records into a single, lifelong health record. This will not only reduce the need for Veterans to repeat their medical history but also [...]
The Charlestown community came together with the American Legion to honor the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill. The day began with a wreath-laying ceremony at the iconic Bunker Hill Monument, where Legion members and residents paid tribute to the Revolutionary War heroes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXD3QeQJfqI Reenactors in 18th-century attire brought [...]
As we approach the 250th anniversary of our great nation, the American Legion invites you to celebrate this historic milestone by participating in the USA 250 Challenge. This initiative is more than just a challenge—it's a way to honor our veterans, strengthen our community, and promote physical and mental wellness. What [...]
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Hey, Post 800 family! As members of the American Legion, we hold a deep respect for the sacrifices made by our veterans and their families. Did you know that there’s a resource to help us connect with the memorials and monuments in our area? The American Legion has a fantastic tool to [...]
