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“Office Joe”: A Comedy Series Created by Legionnaires About Life After Service

“Office Joe”: A Comedy Series Created by Legionnaires About Life After Service

by Rikki Almanza | Oct 23, 2024

“Office Joe,” a new television comedy series written and directed by Army Veteran Nick Palmisciano, premieres on November 8. The show takes a humorous yet heartfelt look at the challenges Veterans face when transitioning from military service to civilian...
The Service Dogs Assisting Veterans Act Seeks to Expand Support for Veterans with Disabilities

The Service Dogs Assisting Veterans Act Seeks to Expand Support for Veterans with Disabilities

by Rikki Almanza | Sep 23, 2024

Introduced during National Suicide Prevention Month and National Service Dog Month, the Service Dogs Assisting Veterans Act, led by Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-Texas), seeks to help Veterans access trained service dogs. Multiple Veterans organizations, including...
The American Legion and Other Veterans Groups Urge Congress to Address VA Budget Shortfall

The American Legion and Other Veterans Groups Urge Congress to Address VA Budget Shortfall

by Rikki Almanza | Sep 13, 2024

UPDATE: The House of Representatives has passed an emergency budget bill to address the VA’s shortfall. The bill is awaiting a vote in the Senate, where it is expected to pass before being sent to President Biden’s desk. Multiple Veterans Service...
Legionnaires, Stanford University, and Community Members Come Together to Restore Historic Landmark

Legionnaires, Stanford University, and Community Members Come Together to Restore Historic Landmark

by Christian Southards | Sep 11, 2024

After years in limbo, a Veterans landmark in Palo Alto is finally being restored after local Legionnaires, Stanford University, and members of the public and local government came together to find an amicable solution.  Palo Alto’s Memorial Flagpole had stood for...
Legionnaires Encouraged to Share Their Experiences to Help Boost Military Recruitment

Legionnaires Encouraged to Share Their Experiences to Help Boost Military Recruitment

by Rikki Almanza | Aug 29, 2024

At The American Legion’s 105th National Convention in New Orleans, panelists addressed the pressing need to improve military recruitment, particularly among young people who often receive information through short social media video clips. Veterans were encouraged to...
Service Dog Training and Trauma Healing: Innovative Approaches to Veteran PTSD and Suicide Prevention

Service Dog Training and Trauma Healing: Innovative Approaches to Veteran PTSD and Suicide Prevention

by Rikki Almanza | Aug 26, 2024

During The American Legion’s National Convention on August 23, two distinct approaches to addressing PTSD and suicide prevention, each focusing on deep emotional healing and community support, were shared with the TBI/PTSD Suicide Prevention Committee in New...
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