American Legion Post 90Atmore News

Post 90 hosts oratorical contest
By PAUL CHASON Special to Atmore News Billy Glenn Rushing Post 90 of the American Legion in Atmore was honored to host the Department of Alabama, American Legion Oratorical contest for the 3rd Division on February 22. I’m sure you are asking, “What is the Oratorical Contest?” The American Legion Oratorical Contest exists to develop deeper knowledge and appreciation for the U.S. Constitution among high school students. Since 1938, the…
WoodmenLife donates to Legion
WoodmenLife made two donations to American Legion Post 90 Wednesday, September 13. Bo Brantley, right, representing WoodmenLife delivered a check and a new American flag to Legion Commander Guy Milstead, center, and Legion Chaplain Jack Wright, left. The presentation was made at the Legion Memorial behind the Legion hall on South Main Street.
Girls State, Boys State delegates honored
A reception for Boys and Girls State delegates was held at the American Legion Tuesday, August 22. Boys State and Girls State are designed to inspire participation in community and state government. Participants are chosen from the top students scholastically from the schools. Extracurricular participation in school activities is also important. These students tend to be outgoing. For Girls State, the American Legion Auxiliary can send only one student from…