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Florida Recognizes September 18 as POW/MIA Recognition Day
September 18, 2026 [ Florida > Legislative > News ]September 18, 2026 Florida is joining the nation in honoring America’s prisoners of war, those still missing in action, and the families who continue to wait for answers. Governor Ron DeSantis has issued a proclamation recognizing September 18, 2026, as read more >
Weekly Reports for September 17, 2026
September 17, 2026 [ Florida > News > Weekly Reports ]LEGION REPORTS Department Membership Summary Post Membership Summary SAL REPORTS Detachment Membership Summary Squadrons Membership Summary
The Road Leads to the 3rd District for 2026 ALR State Ride-In
September 14, 2026 [ Florida > News ]The Florida American Legion Riders are hitting the road for Steinhatchee! Riders and members of the entire American Legion Family are invited to join us Oct. 9-11, 2026, for the State Ride-In, hosted by the 3rd District and American Legion read more >
Help Us Give Florida’s Youth a Voice
[ Florida > News ]The American Legion Oratorical Competition gives high school students in grades 9–12, including homeschooled students, an opportunity to strengthen their public speaking skills, build confidence and compete for scholarships, including a $25,000 national scholarship. Our Legion Family plays an important read more >
Florida Proclaims Sept. 11–17, 2026, as Patriot Week
September 11, 2026 [ Florida > News ]Governor Ron DeSantis has proclaimed Sept. 11–17, 2026, as Patriot Week throughout the State of Florida, honoring the principles of freedom and liberty upon which our nation was founded and remembering those who have sacrificed in their defense. Patriot Week read more >
Weekly Reports for September 10, 2026
September 10, 2026 [ Florida > News > Weekly Reports ]LEGION REPORTS Department Membership Summary Post Membership Summary SAL REPORTS Detachment Membership Summary Squadrons Membership Summary
Steven Slachta
September 9, 2026 [ Florida > News > Post Everlasting ]With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Past Southwestern Area Commander Steven Slachta of Bonita Springs, Florida. Steven passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2026, at the age of 84. Steven is survived by his beloved wife, Yvonne Slachta; read more >
Joseph E. “Joe” Nolan
[ Florida > News > Post Everlasting ]With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Past Northern Area Commander Joseph E. “Joe” Nolan of Jacksonville, Florida. Joe passed away on Monday, August 31, 2026, at the age of 83. Joe is survived by his three sons, David, read more >
Weekly Reports for September 3, 2026
September 3, 2026 [ Florida > News > Weekly Reports ]LEGION REPORTS Department Membership Summary Post Membership Summary SAL REPORTS Detachment Membership Summary Squadrons Membership Summary
Weekly Reports for August 27, 2026
August 27, 2026 [ Florida > News > Weekly Reports ]LEGION REPORTS Department Membership Summary Post Membership Summary SAL REPORTS Detachment Membership Summary Squadrons Membership Summary