by Rikki Almanza | Jul 1, 2024
The American Legion Palisades Post 283 is excited to invite Veterans, Service Members, and their families to join in the 4th of July celebrations in Pacific Palisades. Here’s the schedule of events: Morning Meet-Up: 7:00 AM Start the day by gathering at American...
by Rikki Almanza | Jun 20, 2024
A group of 27 Black Veterans, accompanied by family members serving as chaperones, set out on the first-ever honor flight to commemorate Juneteenth by visiting war memorials and monuments in the Washington, D.C., area. Under the hot sun, these Veterans, many in their...
by Rikki Almanza | Jun 18, 2024
Earlier this month, bipartisan state senators, Senate Minority Leader Brian Jones, R-Santee, and Senator Josh Becker, D-Menlo Park, introduced Senate Bill 803, known as the “Heal Our Heroes Act.” This proposed bill permits the therapeutic use of certain...
by Rikki Almanza | Jun 17, 2024
At the third annual VA SAMHSA conference on June 11 in San Diego, a powerful message resonated throughout the event: “It’s OK to ask for help.” VA Secretary Denis McDonough addressed a packed audience, including VA staff, clinicians, Department of Defense...
by Rikki Almanza | Jun 10, 2024
This year, Flag Day falls on Friday, June 14. The American Legion offers resources for Legionnaires to use on social media and during community celebrations or ceremonies, including: A prepared Flag Day speech that can be personalized. A series of social media...
by Rikki Almanza | Jun 7, 2024
Newport Harbor American Legion Post 291 honored 34 Orange County high school seniors who have committed to military service or plan to attend military academies at a special event on Monday night. The inaugural “Salute to Service” began with recreational activities,...