admin The Department of Iowa’s High School Oratorical Contest was held Sunday, February 16, 2020, the last day of Mid-Winter Conference. Three o u t s t a n d i n g contestants gave their all to a full room and panel of 5 judges. Each contestant gave a prepared oration lasting up to 10 … Read more
The National Commanders travel to the Department of Iowa has been cancelled. The Department tour associated with his visit has also been cancelled.
The Holiday Inn Des Moines Airport’s restaurant will be undergoing renovations during our Mid-Winter Conference. Throughout the years the Holiday Inn has done an exceptional job in providing a quality experience for our conference attendees. I anticipate this year will be no different. They have worked with your American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary staff … Read more
Today in Legion History: Jan. 27, 1936: Congress overrides President Roosevelt’s veto of the Adjusted Compensation Payment Act – a redrafted version of The American Legion’s bill that had been introduced by U.S. Rep. Fred M. Vinson. The House had passed the measure 356-59 and the Senate approved it 74-16, enough support to override an … Read more
Judith Nadine Demarest, age 75, of Ames, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2019 at the Israel Family Hospice House. Judy was a 52-year member of the Ames American Legion Auxiliary and a past member of the Pure Heaven Color Guard, winning multiple American Legion National Championships. Judy was also the wife of Past Department … Read more