American Legion members, friends, and family honored outgoing Post 63 Commander Kurt Gies on July 14, 2024, at Cariera’s restaurant. During the “Passing of the Gavel” event, Kurt was praised for his seven years of leadership and thanked for his tireless work. Kurt has agreed to stay on as an Executive Board Committee member. Kurt was a pleasure to work with. David Kassander (1st Vice Commander) has been elected as the Post 63's new Commander.

AMERICAN LEGION POST 63 Hugh T. Gregory Post 63 Winter Garden, Florida On May 9, 2024, Post 63 proudly named Tom Lowrie, Trustee, as the 2023-2024 Legionnaire of the Year, honoring his patriotism, outstanding contributions to the Post, the community, and dedicated service to various initiatives. Tom was an Executive Board Trustee, a U.S. Army veteran, and one of Post 63 longest serving members, who committed himself to the post for 58 years. Unfortunately, Tom passed recently

On June 21, 2024, the American Legion Florida Boys State concluded its 80th session and held its graduation ceremony in Tallahassee. The five delegates, sponsored by Post 63, represented West Orange High School AFJROTC and Boys Scouts of America. Each of the delegates was selected to attend based on academics, community involvement, leadership, and patriotism. They gained an appreciation for patriotism, and learned about the structure of government, the law and court system