Legion Post 68 Change of Command

At its May 21, 2026, membership meeting, the John E. Jacobs American Legion Post 68 elected Thomas M. Powers (Tom) as its Commander for the coming year. Powers, a US Air Force veteran, is among the youngest Commanders installed since the Post was rechartered in 2012. His installation ceremony on July 16, 2026, will underscore Post 68’s commitment to meeting the needs of area veterans and their families head-on. Commander-Elect Powers stated that his goals for his tenure include ensuring that each Legion member can actively participate in community service to support the American Legion’s Four Pillars: Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation, National Security, Americanism, and Children & Youth. Post 68 invites all veterans and active-duty service members in the Leland area to learn more about the American Legion and how to get involved by attending a membership meeting. Visit the Post 68 website for a calendar of events and more information: https://ncpost68.org/.