Posts Tagged ‘American Legion Post 581’
Services honor the ‘strength of our nation’
After COVID-19 caused unique Veterans Day celebrations last year, Monroe County and surrounding areas were back to in-person Veterans Day tributes last week. This is not to say the celebrations…
Read MoreColumbia Memorial Day observation
Memorial Day in Columbia will be observed with an outdoor, drive-up program May 25 at Columbia American Legion Post 581. The observance will be broadcast on a low-watt radio frequency…
Read MoreColumbia centenarian celebrated
Longtime Columbia resident Maurice Schneider was treated to several surprises last week for the celebration of his 100th birthday. Schneider was born March 6, 1920, and moved to Columbia from…
Read MoreHonor Guard Winter BBQ
Hosted by the Sons of the American Legion Squadron 581, an Honor Guard Winter BBQ takes place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Saturday, Feb. 15 at the Columbia…
Read MoreVeterans Day in Columbia
The Veterans Day service at Columbia American Legion Post 581 will take place at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11. This year’s program will recognize the following Monroe County law enforcement…
Read MoreVeterans Honor-Que BBQ and Beer Dance
Columbia American Legion Post 581 is the site of a Veterans Honor-Que BBQ and Beer Dance on Nov. 2. Doors open at 6 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m. and…
Read MoreAmerican Legion Post 581 Wurstmarkt
American Legion Post 581 in Columbia will host a Wurstmarkt from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 29. The event features all-you-can-eat whole-hog sausage from Miller’s Meat Market, mashed potatoes,…
Read MoreMonroe County thankful for its veterans
On Nov. 11, 1918, World War I, known at the time as the “war to end all wars,” ended with an armistice. One hundred years to the day, services around…
Read MoreLocal veterans honored with patriotic flair
Monroe County has a long and storied military history, with native sons and daughters participating in every major war and many of their most significant battles since the founding of…
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