Vote Daily in the Pepsi Refresh Contest
The American Legion has entered a project in the Pepsi Refresh Contest. The Legion's project objectives are to provide Job Fairs and training for the veterans and sponsor Small Business Development workshops for veterans. Pepsi selects the 1st and 2nd place projects for the top award of $250,000. Please vote daily at http://www.refresheverything.com/vetsjobfairs.
ALR Back Patches Must Be Ordered Through Department
The large ALR Back Patches must now be ordered through Department! Just fill out the National Emblem Sales Order Form and send it along with payment to:
The American Legion
Attn: Bill West
PO Box 140527
Austin, TX 78714
Meeting the Returning Troops at DFW Airport
Check this out! The following is the YouTube video link of the Troop arrival at DFW Airport on Sunday, August 8, 2010. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jqd1g4vLAhE
Post 111 Wins TEXALPA's Dan Fallon Award
Post 111 won TEXALPA's 2010 Dan Fallon Award for the best Post website in Texas at the Department of Texas Convention held in Beaumont, TX. Congratulations!
Post 111 is Now on Facebook
Post 111 now has a group entry on Facebook. Check it out and join at:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=110501568187
Post 111 Approves a Riders Program
Post 111 has received approval from the Department of Texas to add an American Legion Riders program. Contact Joe O'Neil at squadron_commander@post11.org for more information.
New Changes to Defense Finance
and Accounting Service Website
Welcome to the new DFAS Retired and Annuitant Pay! On February 1, DFAS completed a very exciting transition; they brought Retired and Annuitant Pay back in house after outsourcing the function to a contractor for nearly eight years. Their goal was to make this transition seamless for you and to continue providing excellent customer service and timely, accurate pay.
Read more in the Retired Pay News Letter at:
http://www.dfas.mil/rna-news/march2010.html.
New Post Officers Elected and Installed
The Post held its annual Officer elections for the 2010-2011 term on June 2, 2010 at Post 111. Congratulations to our new Commander, S.A. LeJune. You may view the new list of Officers at postofficers.html.
Emily Kennedy Going to Girls State
Emily Kennedy, daughter of Steven L. and Kelly Kennedy, of Red Oak is Post 111's selection to go to Girls State this year. Emily attends classes with the Dallas Christian Home Educators at Faith Bible Church in DeSoto. She is an excellent student and serves as an editor for the school newspaper. Emily enjoys soccer, as both a player and referee. She is very active in youth group activities at First Baptist Church of Red Oak, where she also helps operate the church's coffee shop. She has two older brothers who have both attended and greatly benefitted from Boys State. Following graduation from high school, Emily will study culinary arts at the Le Cordon Bleu Institute in Dallas with an ultimate goal of owning her own restaurant. Congratulations Emily!
Jacob Packer Going to Boys State
Jacob Packer, son of David E. and Rebecca Packer, of Glenn Heights is Post 111's selection to go to Boys State this year. Jacob attends Red Oak High School where he is the Operations Officer for the NJROTC unit that placed #1 of 240 in the NJROTC Brain Bowl competition. He is in the National Honor Society, plans to attend the U S Naval Academy, major in Engineering, and follow a career as a Marine Corps Officer. He has a 3.75 gpa (on a 4.0 scale). Congratulations Jacob!
AFJROTC Cadets Honored
Several Cadets of the Texas 957th AFJROTC Group were honored by American Legion Post 111 on May 1, 2010. The awards were presented by Commander Gary Smith at the Cedar Hill High School Performing Art Center. Receiving medals and certificates for Military Excellence were: Cadet Senior Airman Luciah Velez (Freshman), Cadet Captain Christian Beasley (Sophmore), Cadet Senior Master Sergeant Carmen Ponder (Junior), and Cadet Colonel Calvin Thomas (Senior). Receiving a medal and certificate for Scholastic Excellence was Cadet Captain John Eigel (Sophmore). Please join me in congratulating these outstanding Cadets and their parents.
Monthly General Membership Meeting Information
General membership meetings for Post 111 are held monthly (except January) on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. The meetings are held at the Post and members and guests should use the rear entrance to the building. Ample parking is available.
John Eigel Wins 5th District Oratorical Contest
Post 111 congratulates John Eigel for winning the 5th District Oratorical contest. John is a sophmore at Cedar Hill High School and the son of Michael and Cynthia Eigel of Cedar Hill, TX.
New Paid-Up-For-Life (PUFL) Rates Announced
New PUFL rates and extended payment plan have been announced and can be viewed in the attached flyer.
Post Needs Gravel Donation/Help
Post 111 is in need of a load of driveway gravel to repair the ruts and potholes. Anyone that can donate a load of gravel or knows someone willing to donate a load, please contact the Post Adjutant, Gary Smith.
The American Legion License Plates Now Available!!!
The plates are available for all Legion, Auxiliary and SAL members in the Department of Texas. See the attached sheet for more information.
Be Active in Your Post
All members are invited to be more active in Post management and activities. The more participation, the greater fun for all! Volunteering an hour or two a month is all it takes to make a difference.
Challenge Coins are Still Available!
Challenge coins made of anodized bronze are now available for purchase and sale by members as a fund raiser. Please sign up to help raise funds for our Post. The coins come in two versions: colorized and bright gold. The price is $10.00 each. Contact the Post or any Post officer. See the Challenge Coin History and Rules.
