COMMANDER’S COMMENTS

By Ed Melendez

Comrades, Being Post Commander can be a daunting job, but it can also expose you to parts of this organization that makes everything worthwhile. Over the years, representing this Post has been an honor for both Cheryl and I, it has given us opportunities that we probably wouldn’t have had under different circumstances. This week…

AMERICAN LEGION POST 716 HONORS STUDENTS AT OAK MIDDLE SCHOOL

By Ed Melendez

Los Alamitos, CA – May 21, 2024 – In a ceremony filled with pride and celebration, Commander-Elect Bryan Bell and Adjutant Roger Haag of American Legion Post 716 presented the prestigious American Legion School Award Medal to two exemplary students at Oak Middle School’s 8th Grade Student Award Ceremony. This year’s honored recipients were Caslynn…

HOPE AND COMMUNITY: POKER TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISER FOR NOAH BRAGG 

By Ed Melendez

Rossmoor and its surrounding communities gathered for a heartfelt cause on a recent Friday evening. The occasion? A poker tournament fundraiser organized to support Noah Bragg’s Bucket List. Noah is a young boy in the community who was recently diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor during a visit to Children’s Hospital Orange County. The event…

LOCAL ROSSMOOR SCHOOLS HONOR VETERANS

By Ed Melendez

The spirit of patriotism and gratitude echoed through Weaver and Rossmoor Elementary School halls as they held special Veteran Appreciation ceremonies to honor the brave men and women who currently serve or have served our nation. Officers of American Legion Post 716 attended events at both schools. As veterans privileged to attend these events, the…

AMERITOCRACY: LEGENDARY SOCAL BAR OWNER KENNY BRANDYBERRY

By Ed Melendez

Legendary Southern California bar owner turned philanthropist Kenny Brandyberry joins Troy Edgar to discuss his “meet them at the door” philosophy, knowing your customers, respect, and how to turn everything you touch into gold. Kenny also talks about the responsibility of success, which is caring for people and giving back to your community.  The Casa…