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Mobility Scooter Distribution Ceremony Tomorrow for Florida Veterans
January 20, 2026 [ Florida > News ]Tomorrow, The American Legion, Department of Florida will proudly host a Mobility Scooter Distribution Ceremony for our deserving veterans—made possible through the remarkable generosity of Jack Kump and Joan Wheeler. This milestone marks more than a decade of unwavering support, read more >
Nicholas Bazan
[ Florida > Post Everlasting ]Nicholas Bazan passed away on January 14, 2026. Nick was a Vietnam War veteran who served in the U.S. Air Force and a proud member of Babcock Ranch Post 415.
Weekly Reports for January 15, 2026
January 15, 2026 [ Florida > News > Weekly Reports ]LEGION REPORTS Department Membership Summary Post Membership Summary SAL REPORTS Detachment Membership Summary Squadrons Membership Summary
2026 Florida Legislative Session
January 13, 2026 [ Florida > News ]Today marks the opening day of the 2026 Florida Legislative Session, and as we begin, it appears we may once again be in for extra innings. With Property Tax reform and the possibility of Redistricting being added to the agenda, read more >
Bay Pines VA Hosting Nursing Recruitment Fair Jan. 24
[ Florida > News ]Bay Pines, FL — Bay Pines VA Healthcare System will host a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Nursing Assistant, and Health Care Technician Recruitment Fair and invites qualified candidates to learn more about career opportunities serving America’s Veterans. The hiring event read more >
Local Philanthropists Donate Mobility Scooters to Veterans in Need
January 8, 2026 [ Florida > News ]Providing over a decade of mobility for Florida’s Veterans Orlando, January 21, 2026 – In an inspiring act of generosity, Jack Kump and Joan Wheeler, philanthropists from Ormond Beach, Florida, are transforming the lives of deserving Florida veterans through the read more >
The American Legion seeks entries for Fourth Estate Awards in media
[ National > News ]INDIANAPOLIS (January 9, 2026) – The American Legion has announced its call for entries in the annual Fourth Estate Awards competition for excellence in journalism and its positive impact on society. The deadline for submissions to be received or postmarked read more >
Weekly Reports for January 8, 2026
[ Florida > News > Weekly Reports ]LEGION REPORTS Department Membership Summary Post Membership Summary SAL REPORTS Detachment Membership Summary Squadrons Membership Summary
National Commander to Visit Florida’s Districts 6 and 12
January 7, 2026 [ Florida > National > News ]The American Legion’s National Commander, Dan K. Wiley, accompanied by his aide, Carl “Doug” Hensley, will visit Florida from January 26 through February 1, 2026, as part of an official tour of Districts 6 and 12. The visit will commence read more >
Robert A. “Bob” Vick, III
January 6, 2026 [ Florida > News > Post Everlasting ]It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Past National Chaplain Robert A. “Bob” Vick, III of New Port Richey, Florida. Bob passed away on January 4, 2026, at the age of 90. He is survived by read more >