VA Medical Marijuana Policy Update 01: The Department of Veterans Affairs last year began allowing former service members to use medical marijuana — in states that have laws permitting it — in conjunction with their regular treatment. There are laws allowing medical marijuana in 16 states and Washington, D.C.,
Old Time Radio: If you're an old retiree who enjoyed listening to radio shows such as Jack Benny, Mysterious Traveler, Inner Sanctum, Nick Carter, Phillip Marlowe, et al, when you were a kid or listening to radio shows that were broadcast by AFRS\AFRTS while you were overseas, you can still listen to the shows via the many web sites that stream Old Time Radio (OTR) shows. Following are a few of the sites that stream OTR shows each day. (During this holiday season, many of the sites are currently streaming special nostalgic holiday radio shows.)
Relic Radio http://relicradio.com/otr/stream
Radio Spirits http://radiospirits.com (login required)
OTR Now http://www.otrnow.com/otrnow/index.htm
Antitoch OTR http://radio.macinmind.com
AM600 Conyers GA http://radio.bobmerritt.com
Yesterday USA http://www.yesterdayusa.com
You can get links to other OTR sites by searching for "streaming OTR," "OTR shows," etc., or you can visit the Graymatters OTR Streaming Links at http://www.angelfire.com/mi/lifespring/page6.html (this site provides a list of links to OTR sites). If you're interested in a particular show or character, the OTR Archives web site is available at http://www.archive.org/details/oldtimeradio . This site has copies of just about every OTR show that was ever aired. The radio shows can be listened to while you're online or downloaded for your MP3 player, iPhone, etc. [Source: Links for Mil\Ret\Vets Milton Bell article Dec 2011 ++]
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Nearly five million current and former troops and their family members had their data stolen from a military contractor in September, putting them at risk for identity theft.
The Date of Sept 16 previously set by congress as AMERICAN LEGION DAY was changed by "Presidential Proclamation, to -- National POW/MIA Recognition Day, 2011" on Sept 15, 2011; for as written; just one day; "NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 16, 2011, as National POW/MIA Recognition Day, and I urge all Americans to observe this day of honor and remembrance with appropriate ceremonies and activities."
I applaud the Prez for his Proclamation (read full statement) and don't mind him using the date congress had set aside for our day. But, just one days notice is complete BULLSHIT to properly "observe this day of honor and remembrance with appropriate ceremonies and activities." Just one more half assed attempt to garner support from veterans for re-election.
*NOTE* I personally hate having to choose between anybody the DNC or RNC has offered to represent us to the world. I find NO endearing qualities in any candidate and cast no support in any direction. I am equally displeased with all politicans at this point, but we must commit ourselves to do our duty and VOTE. It's like all the wars we've been in since the sixties. We have to fight, but who's the enemy? Author
CARY, N.C., Sept. 27 (UPI) -- North Carolina Gov. Bev Perdue Tuesday suggested suspending congressional elections to give lawmakers time to focus on the economic recovery.
"I think we ought to suspend elections for Congress for two years and just tell them we won't hold it against them....." Perdue says!
Don't let the titles fool you, the fine print will seriously dismantle the 2nd Amendment
Contact your Congressman! Vote NO on......S.35: Gun Show Background Check Act of 2011 (Similar to H.R. 591)
Contact your Congressman! Vote NO on......S.34: Denying Firearms and Explosives to Dangerous Terrorists Act of 2011 (Also H.R. 1506)
Contact your Congressman! Vote NO on......S.436: Fix Gun Checks Act of 2011
Contact your Congressman! Vote NO on......S.176: Common Sense Concealed Firearms Permit Act of 2011
Help is needed in building a ramp at the Post Home!
MUSIC ON THE GREENS 6-8:30 Tuesday Nights Concession Sales; meet at the Post at 5PM
Russell Rizzo has donated two Afghans, His Wife, Maureen has knitted. Mrs. Rizzo is legally blind and knits by count. The Afghans will be raffled to provide income for Post programs.
Herbert Jordan has received His 5 year Continuous Service Certificate.
Paul Ledbetter received the National Recruiter Pin.
Bruce Simons received the Recruiter of the Year Award.
Other members will be presented with Recruiter Pins at a later date.
Post receives it's 6th Colbern Children & Youth Award.
Joe Bentley receives the District Post Visitation Award from National.
The National Veterans Legal Services Program and their pro bono co-counsel, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, hit a homerun with a historic class action lawsuit settlement for disabled veterans who served in Afghanistan and Iraq. As a result, thousands of veterans who were medically discharged because of Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) between 2003 and 2008 will finally receive the benefits to which they are legally entitled but had been denied, praise also goes to Pfizer, the pharmaceutical firm, which provided free legal counseling to veterans who sought to opt into the lawsuit.
Post 84 welcomes the election of Paul Reid to Division 1 Commander and Carlos Walker to District 1 Commander
Questions have been raised about the "Veteran" designation to be added to the NC Drivers License. The American Legion pushed for this to help Vets with ID to prove their service without the need of carrying a DD-214 with themselves. This can be used as proof of service to obtain veteran discounts at various stores as listed on this websites Service Officer Page.
WE ARE NOW ON "MyLEGION.ORG"
Follow the link above to join and access the site for Post news, updates, messages, blogs, info, calendar and interaction with other members of the Post and of the region.
All members are encouraged to join "MyLEGION.ORG" in case this site becomes no longer available.
Thanks to the hard work and caring of our City Police Men and Women and of the Police Athletic League;
AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL
The Albemarle Wildcats
We at Post 84 are the proud sponsors of the newest Teams playing
Check out the Calendar page for upcomming games
Come out and support our teams
With thanks to the Commander, the Post Kitchen refrigerator has been replaced cheaply enough that the Executive Committee has agreed to spend Post monies to replace the refrigerator in the Post Bar or obtain a Freezer. A suitable used appliance is desired. Anyone with leads should contact the Post Commander, Bruce Simons.
The Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals recently ruled that the phrase "under God" in the Pledge of Allegiance is constitutional. The Legion’s national commander called the decision "a great victory for common sense."
We need members photos for the Wall. Submit your own or we will start taking them as you are.
Ladies interested in our Post Auxiliary, should contact Susan Bentley at 339-9079. Also, a Post SAL Squadron will be started soon. Interested Ladies and Gentlemen should Contact the Post.
The Post has attained the required membership for the rarely presented "Commanders Excellence Award" and a coveted "Dogwood Streamer" for our Post Colors. Congratulations everyone and thanks for your hard work.
Division 1 Commander, Roz Whedbee; Atty-at-Law has been retained by the Post for the ammount of 1 cent, to assist in a Post transaction; and has offered "Pro-Bono Office Law" to any member needing help with Wills, Power of Attorney or other legal issues that can be resolved "in office".
Live American Legion Webcasts
More American Legion events and activities than ever before will be streamed live on the American Legion website this year. More
Pull Tab metal content alert
Not all pull tabs are aluminum! Remove any steel tabs with a magnet before adding to the Post collection for Raleigh.
Filmmakers to produce Legion documentary
The American Legion has signed a contract with a California-based production company to produce a one-hour documentary on the history of the nation's largest veterans service organization.
Legion launches VetCam to link military families worldwide
U.S. military troops deployed overseas can now use their Web cams to talk with their families back home, without having to download software packages that may not pass muster with command cybernet security requirements.
