Veterans Events
Post 203 - Work Ethic Camp Detachment
April 21, 2022
The American Legion provides support and hope for all our veterans, even those who have been incarcerated. Red Willow County Veteran Service Office Mike Simmonds and Vicki "House Mouse" Leibbrandt have coordinated with the Work Ethic Camp to form a detachment of McCook Legion Post 203 for veterans housed in the WEC.
Contact Mike Simmonds for more information.
Christmas Card Delivery to Veterans
September 16, 2021
Each year, members for American Legion Post 203 deliver Christmas cards to local veterans in assisted living facilities to offer holiday cheer and goodwill.
Contact Chris Mehringer if you have questions are are interested in assisting.
Veterans Appreciation Day - McCook Community College
February 21, 2022
Veterans get free admission to Men's and Women's Basketball games vs. The Community College. Veterans also get free chili at the Dick Driml Chili Cook-off taking place in the Auxiliary Gym of the Peter and Dolores Graff Event Center. Please join us to honor our veterans.
More information will be shared when available.
Memorial Day Weekend
Flag Distribution
May 27, 2023 at 0900
Members of McCook American Legion Post 203 and any interested community members gather at McCook Cemetery to place flags at the headstones of Veterans. We meet at 9am and continue until flags are placed.
Contact Chris Mehringer if you have questions are are interested in assisting.
Memorial Day Service
May 29, 2023 at 1030
Members of McCook American Legion Post 203 honor American veterans with a service and ceremony at the McCook Cemetery. Guest Speaker this year is John Hilgert, director of the Nebraska Department of Veteran Affairs, Gulf War Army veteran with the 1st Infantry Division, and former Omaha state senator. All are welcomed to attend.
Contact Chris Mehringer if you have questions.
Flag Pick-up
May 29, 2023 at 1600
Members of McCook American Legion Post 203 and any interested community members gather at McCook Cemetery to collect flags and prepare them for safe storage. We meet at 4pm and continue until flags are stowed.
Contact Chris Mehringer if you have questions are are interested in assisting.