AD Carter, Past 16th District Commander, and Past SAL Detachment Commander 2012-13. Transferred to Post Everlasting on 28 April 2026. His contributions to the Department of Virginia from American Legion Boys State to the Sons of the American Legion was felt by those who worked with him. Funeral arrangements  will be posted tomorrow. 

The District is currently in fourth place at 96.93%. We have eight posts who have or exceeded 100% with three posts close to 100%. We are close to the Department retention goal of 90%,and  with the May goal of 100% in just a few short days, we need to reach out to those who have not renewed. Please reach out to those in arrears. 

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We have seven posts at or above 100%. Great job everyone, lets continue to push for all the posts to reach 100%. We are percentage points behind posts from the other four districts.

Department of Virginia Distinguished Service Medal Presentation George Lussier,  Past Department Commander and member of Post 28, received the Certificate of Meritorious Service to the American Legion.  The award was read by Past Department Commander Linden Dixon and presented by Department Commander Scott Maddrea. This prestigious recognition has been presented to a select few legionnaires and other distinguished individuals. The award was given at the 16th District Spring Meeting. Dist...

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2025-2026 Awards Manual FINAL REV Jan 2026V.2 We have attached the awards manual for quick access.  Copies of all the awards and reports are in the PDF document link above.

Congratulations posts 2001, 1799, and 114 for making or exceeding 100% membership. We have several posts at 90% or better. Continue the good work and lets get 100% overall.  Should you need assistance with membership, please contact District membership chair Robert Brady (Post 247).