American Legion Veterans in Chapel Hill, NC
Troop 505 announced that their Court of Honor will start as usual with a heart-warming Flag Retirement Ceremony. The troop will present 81 Merit Badge awards that have been earned, 17 Rank Advancements, and two Special Awards. The Court of Honor is scheduled for Wednesday, January 30, 2013 from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m.
Read moreA local muscular therapist, Julie Donnelly, assisted local veterans by holding a class for post members. The class taught our members how to release body pain. This clinic was her idea as a fund-raising event that will benefit everyone! Non-members are asked to make a $15 donation to the Post’s 2013 American Legion Boys State Program.
Read moreAlex Werden, Chapel Hill High School student and Boy’s State participant, won the District 12 American Legion Oratorical Contest competition and now moves on to Division III competition.
Read moreOur Post’s flag retirement container was showing a lot of wear and tear. It is now sporting new vivid colors and signage. It is placed just outside our entrance walkway and is easy to access.
Read moreIf you are like this writer, you have “tons” of greeting cards sent to you as part of a fundraiser. What do you do with your excess?
Read moreHaze Gray and Underway, that was the life of most sailors. Do you recognize him? He was on Midway Island for his 1969-70 WESTPAC cruise.
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Read moreIt went so fast, 2012 that is. Where did the year go? It seems that we just held a Christmas Party, but it was a year ago. We had a strong crowd, good entertainment, a silent auction, door prizes and a great meal.
Read moreA number of our post members belong to St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Chapel Hill. Each year, since 2006, these men have promoted a Veterans’ Day weekend fundraiser. Their project benefits recent amputees who have returned from Afghanistan and other countries. They are now in the hospital at Ft. Bragg or Camp Lejeune.
Read moreOn a quiet pond just off Legion Road, area veterans gather to spend a day fishing with their comrades. Some are learning to fly fish, some are more at home with a simple rod or cane pole. It’s not the equipment that counts, it is friendship, quiet times, and a gentle breeze that makes their day.
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