PATRIOT DAY AND NATIONAL DAY OF SERVICE AND REMEMBRANCE – September 11
September 11 marks a tragic day in U.S. history, but the date has also been chosen to honor those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Patriot Day honors the memory of the nearly 3,000 innocent victims who died in the September 11,...
Labor Day
Labor Day pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers and is traditionally observed on the first Monday in September. It was created by the labor movement in the late 19th century and became a federal holiday in 1894. Labor Day is still...
VJ Day
On August 14, 1945, it was announced that Japan had surrendered unconditionally to the Allies, effectively ending World War II. Since then, both August 14 and August 15 have been known as “Victory over Japan Day,” or simply “V-J Day.” The term has also been used for...
National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. During this month, mental health professionals and advocates work to prevent suicide. Efforts are not only dedicated to preventing the rate of suicide, but also to help communities who are at a greater risk for...
National Service Dog Month
September is National Service Dog Month, a time marked to pay tribute to the animals who support Americans with special training to help with people dealing with vision impairment, medical issues, mental health, and many other areas. A service dog is trained for as...
Marine Corps Reserve Birthday
Happy Birthday to the Marine Corps Reserve! The Marine Forces Reserve (also known as the United States Marine Corps Reserve or the U.S. Marine Corps Forces Reserve) was created in 1916, in conjunction with the creation of the Navy Reserve. Since then, the evolution of...
Post 178 Initiates Annual Member Drive
The American Legion Peter J Courcy Post 178 is conducting its 2021 membership drive. The post is one of the largest in Texas and represents one of the state’s fastest growing communities. Although the post currently has more than 600 members, it annually seeks to...
Frisco City Council Honors 2021 American Legion Post 178 Boys Statesmen
American Legion Peter J Courcy Post 178 2021 Texas Boys Statesmen Accepting Frisco City Council Proclamation. Photo by Jeanie Beal. The 2021 Post 178 Texas Boy Statesmen were honored at the Frisco City Council meeting on August 17, 2021. Larry Wilhelm, the Program...
Post 178 Honors 2021 Boys State Statesmen
2021 Post 178 Boys State Statesmen and parents honored at the Post 178 August Membership Meeting. Photo by Jeanie Beal. The 2021 Texas Boy State Statesmen were honored at the Post 178 August membership meeting. Larry Wilhelm, the Program Committee Chairman, said, “We...