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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Flag 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 moreNew Flag Flies at University Mall
On Flag Day, June 2011, local veterans dedicated a new flagpole for University Mall. The original flag was now showing signs wear and Ken Jackson, owner of Wentworth & Sloan Jewelers talked to Delos O’Daniel of the American Legion. As always, Delos said, “Don’t worry about it. I can handle it,” and so he did. Delos located a new flag for Ken Jackson and assisted with its raising on Wednesday, August 8th. Flag color guard members were Bud Hampton, Delos O’Daniel, and Ed Gill.
Read moreCub Scouts Hold Camporee
The Orange District Boy Scouts of America will hold their annual Cub Scout Boy Scout Camporee in Chapel HillNCat the American Legion Chapel Hill Post 6. This will occur on April 27 and run through the 29th. The Camporee theme is Boy Scout Olympiad with a host of competitive activities throughout the day Saturday, April 28, 2012. Over 400 cub scouts will participate during the three-day event.
Read moreScouts’ Gift to the Post
Boy Scout Troop 505 has been working hard in its new home at American Legion Post 6 Chapel Hill. The scouts have a lot going for them and they are giving back to their community with their time and community service.
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