Jim Mackorell Turned 90!
Jim Mackorell has just turned 90 years of age. Actually it was celebrated on Sep 17th at the Post
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The Passing of Tim Ross
Sadly, we share that Timothy “Tim” Ross, 83, a resident of Chapel Hill, NC, and valued member of Chapel Hill Post 6, passed on February 20, 2022, at the Cedars of Chapel Hill. Tim is a member of our Heroes of Post 6 in recognition of his dedication and drive as a member and past officer of Chapel Post 6 during a period of Post 6 Renewal.
Read moreIRA Charitable Rollover
It is now tax time and we are now looking at what we did last year and the effect on our taxable income. If you have been considering making a significant donation to the renewal or support of the American Legion Post Home, there is still time. You can make a contribution from your IRA, but you must do so before February 1, 2013.
Read moreFlag Retirement
Our 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 moreHometown Hero – Edward Gill
Each day WCHL 1360 local radio morning host Ron Stutts announces a Hometown Hero and winner of the Village Pride Award. Our very own Edward Gill, Second Vice Commander, was honored with this award on September 25, 2012.
Read moreMemorial Day Report
Memorial Day was simply great in Chapel Hill for long time members of American Legion Post 6. We have a 93-year history of service to our town and we have shown that we can still do it in style.
Read moreBig Shovel to Our Rescue
An area contractor provided us with three 12+ cubic yards of fill dirt at no cost, but how were we to spread it. Wheelbarrow loads would be a huge task. Paul Fiorentino, a long-time member of Post 6 came up with a solution. “Let’s keep in the family.”
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