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Malcomb R. Clingan
October 2, 2026 [ Florida > News > Post Everlasting ]We are saddened to announce the passing of Mal Clingan, a dedicated member of Dunedin Memorial Post 275 and a longtime supporter of veterans and The American Legion Family. Mal proudly served in Vietnam as a combat medic and was read more >
Lady Lake Post 347 Repeats as National Color Guard Champion
[ Florida > News ]Florida was well represented on the national stage as American Legion Post 347 in Lady Lake captured the overall championship at the 2026 National Color Guard Contest during The American Legion’s 107th National Convention in Louisville, Kentucky. The victory marks read more >
Weekly Reports for October 1, 2026
October 1, 2026 [ Florida > News > Weekly Reports ]LEGION REPORTS Department Membership Summary Post Membership Summary SAL REPORTS Detachment Membership Summary Squadrons Membership Summary
Weekly Reports for September 24, 2026
September 24, 2026 [ Florida > News > Weekly Reports ]LEGION REPORTS Department Membership Summary Post Membership Summary SAL REPORTS Detachment Membership Summary Squadrons Membership Summary
Kenny Sullivan
September 23, 2026 [ Florida > News > Post Everlasting ]In Memory of Our Fellow Legionnaire Kenny Sullivan It is with solemn respect that we announce the passing of Kenny Sullivan, a member of American Legion Post 55. A Celebration of Life will be held on October 19, 2026, at read more >
George Young
[ Florida > News > Post Everlasting ]In Memory of Our Fellow Legionnaire George Young It is with solemn respect that we announce the passing of George Young, a member of American Legion Post 55 in Clermont, Florida, who entered Post Everlasting on September 9, 2026. We read more >
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 >