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News

  • Children and Youth Briefing – Feb 11, 2021
  • Veterans Need VHIC For Commissary, Military Exchange, MWR Access
  • Past Department Commander James R. Chapman – Post Everlasting
  • 2021 Day On The Hill – Alternate Method
  • Virginia Motor Vehicle Property Tax Exemption for 100% Disabled Veterans
  • Mission Blue Post Assistance Program Grant Application
  • Children and Youth Bulletin and New TFA Application Form
  • Legion National Training For Commanders and Adjutants
  • Virginia In State Legacy Run (ISLR) Video Maps
  • Final Details For ISLR Released
  • Fisher House Playground Challenge
  • Cancellation of 2020 National Convention
  • American Legion Baseball COVID-19 News
  • Message From Department Chaplain
  • Corona Virus Relief Act Resources
  • 2020 Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Academy Cancelled
  • 2020 Boys State Cancelled
  • Virginia Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Updates
  • Northern Virginia Veteran & Military Family Hiring Expo
  • 2020 Department of Virginia Leadership College
  • 2020 Department Spring Conference Program Published
  • 2020 Virginia Legacy Run
  • Department Spring Golf Tournament Scheduled
  • SAL National Commander Homecoming Scheduled
  • Virginia Legionnaires Remember Our Fallen
  • Department Commanders Call Scheduled January 25, 2020
  • 2020 Department of Virginia Ten Pin Bowling Tournament
  • The American Legion teams up with Stars and Stripes
  • Preamble Change Notification
  • Virginia Legionnaire Published
  • 2020 Department Spring Conference
  • 500 Mile Run To Arlington
  • Membership Updates
  • Veterans Claim Workshop – Spotsylvania
  • Sons of the American Legion PBR Classic Charity Fishing Tournament – Cancelled
  • 2020 Middle School Essay Content Guidelines Release
  • Congress Opens Membership Eligibility for The American Legion
  • 2019 Department Fall Conference
  • Riders Complete Virginia In State Legacy Scholarship Run
  • Danville Post 325 Post Everlasting Ceremony
  • Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Academy Update – May 24, 2019
  • 2019 Virginia Legacy Run
  • Post 157 Night At The Movies
  • 2019 Convention Registration Begins
  • American Legion Centennial Pistol Drawing Held
  • Department of Virginia Centennial Gala
  • Post 10 Celebrates Legion Centennial
  • Department of Virginia Bowling Champions
  • Virginia American Legion Riders Visit Africa
  • Legionnaire Recognized for Efforts During Jan 2019 Government Shutdown
  • Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Academy News
  • Boys/Girls State and Nation Valuable for Military Academy Applications
  • HOT! Department Firefighter/EMT of the Year Deadline Extended
  • Honor Flight Event For Northern Virginia Veterans
  • March 29 – National Vietnam War Veterans Day
  • Four Chaplains Legion of Honor
  • 2019 Department Post History Contest
  • Citation for Meritorious Service for Post Service Officers
  • Department Service Trophy Questionnaire
  • Americanism Narrative Reporting
  • Children and Youth Program Reporting
  • Annual Reports Notification
  • Centennial Gala Ticket Sales Nearing End
  • Legionnaire Recognized At Washington Conference
  • Legionnaire Celebrates Two Milestones
  • Free Chow for Vietnam Veterans for National Vietnam War Veterans Day, March 29
  • Chili Cook-off Competition, Car and Motorcycle Show
  • 10th Annual Ride for the Warriors
  • The American Legion’s top 12 legislative priorities for Congress
  • First Responder Recognition
  • Amazing Northern Region Oratorical Competition
  • Four Chaplains Memorial Services Held
  • Prince William County Veteran’s Court Briefing
  • Department of Virginia 2019 Day on the Hill
  • Operation Gratitude – Washington DC – Jan 17th
  • Membership Renewals Due – New Secretary
  • OPSEC for Legionnaires
  • 2019 Department Bowling Tournament Information Package
  • Legion Gala Sponsorship Opportunities
  • Post Recruiting Incentives Announced
  • District Recruiting Incentives Announced
  • Post 290 Children’s Christmas Party
  • Post 325 Assists Salvation Army
  • Post 325 Proudly Supports National Education Week
  • Northern Virginia Veterans Parade Honors the American Legion 100th Anniversary
  • Robert O’Keefe Joins Post Everlasting
  • Department Fall Conference Agenda
  • The American Legion Centennial Gala
  • 2019 Middle School Essay Contest
  • Oratorical Memo to High Schools 2018-19
  • 2018 Department Fall Conference Information
  • 2018-2019 Department Membership Awards Manual
  • 29th Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Academy
  • Salem VAMC-Clifton Forge Event 25 July
  • 100th Anniversary Coins For Sale
  • Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Academy Update – June 20, 2018
  • 2018 Department Convention Program
  • THE NATIONAL VETERANS EMPLOYMENT & EDUCATION COMMISSION AWARDS
  • 2018 Department Baseball Golf Tournament – July 12, 2018
  • June 22 Military-Friendly Job Fair in Springfield, VA
  • Hiring our Heroes Job Fair at 2018 Department Convention on July 12, 2018
  • 2018 Department Membership Report – May 30, 2018
  • CBP Officer Vacancy Announcement at Washington Dulles International Airport
  • Legion Dept of Virginia HQs Office Closed for Memorial Day – May 28, 2018
  • Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Academy Update – May 24, 2018
  • American Legion Post 176 Memorial Day Ceremony
  • ACTION ALERT: Call Your Senator Today! Legion’s call to the Senate: Pass the VA Mission Act of 2018
  • Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Academy Update
  • 2018 Post History Contest Form
  • REMINDER: Annual Post Reports Deadline is Friday, May 18, 2018
  • CALL TO ACTION: Legion’s call to Congress: Pass the VA Mission Act of 2018
  • 2018 Virginia American Legion Baseball Senior Tournament Information update
  • 2018 National Poppy Day
  • AUSA Job Fair June 19, 2018
  • June 22 Military-Friendly Job Fair in Springfield, VA
  • American Legion Jr. Shooting Sports Program 2018 State Match Results
  • 2018 Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Academy Update
  • American Legion’s Best Kept Secret – Operation Comfort Warriors
  • Department Of Virginia Jr Shooting Sports Program (JSSP) State Match
  • NOTICE TO EASTERN/WESTERN REGION JSSP TEAMS!!!!!!
  • Northern Region Jr Shooting Sports Program Results
  • 2018 Department Convention Call
  • American Legion Baseball Scholarship 2018
  • THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS SERVICES BENEFITS OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED APRIL 16 – APRIL 20, 2018
  • LAST CALL: Dept of Virginia, North Region 3PAR Championship, 21 April 2018
  • Madison Post 157 Spring Catfish Dinner – April 14, 2018
  • 2018-2019 New Department Officers Training – Change of Venue
  • Newspaper Article About Commander, American Legion Post 280, Chesapeake, Virginia
  • National Commander Denise Rohan to appear on C-Span
  • National Vietnam War Veterans Day – March 29, 2018
  • THE DEPARTMENT OF VIRGINIA – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS // SENT MARCH 19. 2018
  • Shenandoah Post 77 Country Music Show – June 23, 2018
  • VA Instate Legacy Scholarship Fund Ride Registration
  • 2018 Department Leadership College Registration Form
  • Meeting Summary from Virginia American Legion Baseball Committee and Updated 2018 Department Baseball Policy Documents
  • Link for National Commander Photos of Visit to Department Spring Conference
  • 2018 Virginia American Legion Boys State Documents
  • 2018 Virginia American Legion Media Association (VALMA) Contest
  • 2018 Department Convention Online Registration is Now Open!
  • LEGION PHONE SCAM-BE AWARE
  • 2018 National Convention Package
  • 2018 Department Spring Conference Program
  • Temporary Financial Assistance (TFA) Announcement
  • Post Everlasting Transfer for Legionnaire Ken Melson
  • 2018 Post 88 Golf Tournament
  • Department Membership Meeting – February 10, 2018
  • IMPORTANT NOTICE CONCERNING FAKE EMAIL FROM NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS
  • 2018 Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Program Documents
  • THE DEPARTMENT OF VIRGINIA – POST BY LAWS- JUDGE ADVOCATE- JANUARY 25, 2018
  • Updated 2017-2018 Department Planning Calendar
  • 2018 Department Spring Golf Tournament Flyer
  • THE DEPARTMENT OF VA CHAIN OF COMMAND & REPORTING POLICE ISSUES- JANUARY 18, 2018
  • 2018 Day on the Hill is being cancelled due to the impending inclement weather.
  • Mark Your Calendar for the January TECHEXPO Hiring Event
  • Reverse Raffle Flyer for Leading Candidate for National Commander Brett Reistad’s Campaign Fundraiser
  • JUDGE ADVOCATE SENDS- JANUARY 05, 2018- QUESTION ON MILITARY EQUIPMENT
  • JMU 4th Annual Vietnam War Commemoration Luncheon
  • The 2018 legislative initiatives of the Joint Leadership Council (JLC) of Veteran Service Organizations Have Been Finalized
  • 2018 Department Membership Report – December 27, 2017
  • Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Program Has Moved
  • 2018 Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Program Application/Registration Form
  • National Commander’s Pin Incentive Program
  • 2018 Department Membership Report – December 20, 2017
  • Virginia Firefighter Emergency Medical Technician of the Year
  • Virginia Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Application and Information
  • Make Your Plans to Attend The Annual Day On The Hill 2018
  • PDC Charlie Powell Funeral Arrangements Update
  • Virginia War Memorial’s next film – “9/11 terrorist attacks and the decision to go to war”
  • Passing of Past Department Commander Charlie Powell
  • New Veterans Employment and Education Awards Form
  • The Virginia Legionnaire November/December 2017
  • Invitation to December 1 Military Officer Job Fair
  • 2018 Department of Virginia Bowling Tournament
  • Congressman McEachin to Host Veterans Resource Fair, 11/17, Richmond
  • Department Judge Advocate Sends- Post Executive Committees & Upcoming Holidays
  • Updated 2018 Lucian Butler Scholarship Application Form
  • Bureau of Labor Statistics Data – October 2017
  • Updated 2017-2018 Department Planning Calendar
  • Action Alert: Legion Supports Medical Cannabis Research
  • New Temporary Financial Assistance (TFA) Application and Instructions
  • Action Alert: Legion Opposes Steep TRICARE Fee Hikes
  • Updated: Passing of Past Department Vice Commander Leon H. Smith
  • Commemoration: Operation Torch
  • 2018 Department Spring Conference Registration Form
  • Addresses to Send Requests for Military Records and Awards
  • Updated 2017-2018 Department Planning Calendar – September 24, 2017
  • 2017 Department Fall Conference Program
  • Department Fall Conference Registration Deadline Extended to October 5, 2017
  • Passing of ALA Department of Virginia President Cheryl Shine’s Father
  • Suicide Prevention Awareness Week
  • Bureau of Labor Statistics Data – August 2017 (Veteran Employment and Education Update)
  • A Message From Our Department Commander
  • Virginia Commemorative License Plates – Air Medal
  • 2017 Department of Virginia Legion College Handouts
  • 2017-1018 Department Membership Awards Manual
  • Passing of Mrs. Bev Asbrand, Mother of Department Executive Assistant Erica Eccleston
  • Public Information Meeting on Puller Virginia Veterans Care Center @ Springfield Post 176 on September 12, 2017
  • $20,000 USAA Giveaway for a Legion Post
  • 2017-2018 Department Planning Calendar
  • 2017 National Convention Information Updates
  • Passing of Department Finance Committee Member Ben Smith
  • National Commander’s Charity Fund
  • Verizon Online Job Fair August 9, 2017
  • American Legion League Department of Virginia Junior Division Tournament
  • Legion Baseball regionals: Day 2 recap
  • The American Legion Coin Bill Update – 8/4/2017
  • 2017 Department Fall Conference Registration Form
  • 2017-2018 Department Membership Target Dates
  • American Legion Baseball Mid Atlantic Regional Tournament Information
  • ACTION ALERT: Legion To Senate: Pass “Forever” GI Bill Immediately
  • 2017-2018 Oratorical Letter to Schools
  • The American Legion’s Conference For Women
  • STATEMENT ON POTUS RECENT TWEETS ON TRANSGENDER SERVICE
  • REMINDER: 2017 Virginia American Legion College Registration Cut Off is Thursday, July 27, 2017!
  • 2017 Department of Virginia American Legion Baseball Senior Tournament July 24-29, 2017 Winchester, VA
  • American Legion League Playoffs, Department, and Regional Tournaments Coming Soon!
  • American Legion League Department of Virginia Senior Division Tournament
  • Congratulations to the Department Officers for 2017-2018!
  • Congratulations to Department Commander Dave Stein and his 2016-2017 Team!
  • VA Gravestone Proposed Changes: Talking Points Re VA Form 40-1330
  • NALPA Newsletter Summer 2017
  • Updated License Plate Project – July 6, 2017
  • Invitation to July 21 Military Officer Job Fair in DC Metro Area
  • Action Alert: The American Legion Coin Bill
  • Virginia Legionnaire – June/July 2017
  • 2017 National Convention – Medical Services Info
  • 2017 Annual Post Reporting Checklist – June 27, 2017
  • 2017 National Convention Parade Information
  • 2017 National Americanism Spring Newsletter
  • Roanoke Veterans Legal Service Clinic in Roanoke on Wednesday, June 28th
  • 2016-2017 CPR Reporting–A Message from the National Commander
  • Department Convention Programs
  • Science Museum of Virginia Offers Free Summer Admission to Military Families
  • 2017 National Convention Parade Shirts
  • Spring 2017 Americanism Newsletter
  • The Virginia Defense Force – American Legion Outreach Flyer
  • Department Convention – Volunteers Needed
  • Department Convention – July 13 to 16, 2017 – Hilton Washington Dulles Hotel
  • Youth Cadet Law Enforcement (YCLE) Program Update
  • This is The American Legion – Membership Video
  • 9/11 National Day of Service Grant Projects – 1-time opportunity to apply for an American Legion Auxiliary $1,000 service project grant!
  • 2017 Department Convention Call and other Documents
  • Today (May 26, 2017) is National Poppy Day!
  • American Legion Riders Poppy Day Ride – May 26, 2017
  • Notice of Vacancy: Veteran Advocate position (wage)
  • GET OUT THE VOTE – Virginia Elections
  • Virginia 10th Congressional District Veterans Job Fair – June 12, 2017
  • American Legion Department of Virginia Hiring Fair – July 13, 2017
  • Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Academy
  • NALPA Newsletter for Spring 2017
  • 2017 Northern Region JSSP Competition Results
  • 2017 National Convention Registration Form Updated 4/26/2017
  • The Department of Virginia License Plate Project is ongoing.
  • Virginia American Legion License Plate Project Update – April 7, 2017
  • Virginia American Legion Baseball Website
  • Madison Post 157 Spring Catfish Dinner – April 8, 2017
  • 2017 National Convention Registration Package – Reno, NV
  • 2016-2017 Annual Reports
  • 2017 Department Golf Tournament Flyer
  • 17th District Past Commanders and Past Presidents BBQ – April 29, 2017
  • National Commander’s Membership Push
  • 2017 Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Program Documents
  • 2017 Official Jr Shooting Sports Program Rifle Match Program
  • Legislative Action Alert: Contact your representative today
  • 2017 Department Convention Registration Package
  • Updated 2016-2017 Department Planning Calendar
  • Updates from the Virginia WWI and WWII Commemoration Commission
  • 2017 Virginia American Legion Family Leadership College Registration Package
  • National Commander Veteran Memorial Identification Project
  • 2017 Department Spring Conference Program
  • 2016-2017 Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Fillable PDF
  • Updated 2017 Lucian Butler American Legion Scholarship Application Form
  • 2017 Boys State Sponsorship Application
  • Virginia License Plate Project Update – February 15, 2017
  • Department JROTC Competition Base Access Instructions
  • 2017 National Commander Incentive Pins
  • 2017 Department JROTC Drill Team Competition – March 10, 2017
  • 2017 Spring Conference Registration Has Been Extended Until February 25, 2017!
  • National Purple Heart Hall of Honor!
  • 2017 Walk for Veterans
  • 2017 Lucian Butler American Legion Scholarship Application Form
  • 2017 Department Golf Tournament – May 19-21, 2017
  • 2017 Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Program Application
  • Updated Department Planning Calendar – January 12, 2017
  • President-Elect Trump Announces Choice for VA Secretary
  • 2017 Department of Virginia Bowling Tournament – February 25-26, 2017
  • Department membership challenge starts now
  • Apply online for the 2017 Legion Legacy Scholarship
  • Virginia Legionnaire – July 2016
  • 2017 Joint Legislative Council (JLC) Initiatives
  • Troops, veterans and military families can track down a college scholarship with this new search tool
  • Virginia Tax Exemption on Meals For Non-Profits
  • End of the Year TFA Schedule for National HQs
  • Support American Legion Charities Inc. through your purchases on smile.amazon.com
  • National Americanism Newsletter – Fall 2016
  • 2016 Thanksgiving Holiday Week Hours at Department Headquarters
  • Post Articles of Incorporation and Incorporation Documents
  • Updated 2016-2017 Department Planning Calendar – November 17, 2016
  • 2017 Department Spring Conference Registration Form – Updated 11/7/2016
  • 2016 Virginia American Legion Week Declaration
  • November 8 -Get Out The Vote Toolkit
  • TAKE ACTION: American Legion on Bonuses: ‘We stand with the soldiers of the Guard’
  • Updated TFA Do’s & Don’ts
  • 2017 Renewal Postcards – Editable
  • Veterans Claims Documents Discovered in Storage Unit
  • 2016-2017 Oratorical Contest Letter to High School Principals
  • 2016 Department Fall Conference Updated Program – 10/11/2016
  • Department Adjutant Dale Chapman
  • Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Program Brochure
  • 2016 Department Fall Conference Program
  • Veterans Day Tribute – November 11, 2016 12:00 PM
  • Madison Post 157 Fall Catfish Supper – 10/15/2016
  • American Legion Department of Virginia Publication Project is about to Begin!
  • IMPORTANT – 2016 Department Fall Conference Notice!
  • 2016 POW/MIA Recognition Day!
  • Veteran Employment Job Fair – Appomattox, VA – September 24, 2016
  • 2016 POW/MIA Recognition Day @Colonial Heights Post 284 9:00 AM on September 17, 2016
  • Action Alert: Appeals Modernization vote this week in House
  • 2017 Middle School Essay Contest Information
  • Passing of Post 2001 Commander Charlie McKinney & Funeral Details
  • Update: Virginia Legion License Plate Project – Next Steps
  • City of Chesapeake 8th Annual Mayor’s Breakfast to Honor Veterans, 9/17
  • Virginia’s Own Brett Reistad – Candidate for National Commander
  • Thunderclap for Veterans
  • September is Suicide Prevention Month!

Department Membership Standings
Current as of: February 25, 2021

Northern Region: 90.661%
Western Region: 88.584%
Eastern Region: 86.216%

Overall: 84.308%

Next Goal: March 3, 2021 – 95% of 2021 Goal

Needed To Meet 2021 100% Goal: 6550

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    First Day of Women's History Month

    March 1, 2021

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  • Department High School Oratorical Contest

    Department High School Oratorical Contest

    March 6, 2021  10:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Colonial Heights Post 284, 505 Springdale Ave, Colonial Heights, VA 23834

    Please see program page for details on the contest and attendance guidelines.

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  • Daylight Saving Time starts

    Daylight Saving Time starts

    March 14, 2021

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    St. Patrick's Day

    March 17, 2021

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Whats New?
  • Children and Youth Briefing – Feb 11, 2021
  • Veterans Need VHIC For Commissary, Military Exchange, MWR Access
  • Past Department Commander James R. Chapman – Post Everlasting
  • 2021 Day On The Hill – Alternate Method
  • Virginia Motor Vehicle Property Tax Exemption for 100% Disabled Veterans

Older News Items
Latest Reports
  • 2021 Department Membership Report – February 25, 2021 (2/25/2021)
  • 2021 Department Membership Report – February 18, 2021 (2/18/2021)
  • 2021 Department Membership Report – February 11, 2021 (2/11/2021)
  • 2021 Department Membership Report – February 4, 2021 (2/4/2021)
  • 2021 Department Membership Report – January 28, 2021 (1/29/2021)

Older Reports

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