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See the articles below for the Lodge's latest news and announcements.

Proposed Bylaws Changes: Official Posting for Review

Below, you will find a button-link to Bylaws changes that have been proposed by the Lodge’s Bylaws Committee. Current bylaws state: ARTICLE XVII, Section 4: “These bylaws may be amended at any regular meeting of the Local Lodge by approval of two thirds of the membership present at the meeting. Proposed amendments or changes shall Read more about Proposed Bylaws Changes: Official Posting for Review[…]

Lodge Officer Nominations and Election

 At the October Local Lodge meeting, Members nominated individuals to serve as officers for the 2023-2025 term. Many offices had only one individual nominated, and thus that individual was elected by acclamation by those Members present at the meeting.  The nominated (and elected) officers are as follows: President:  Chris Carr  (Elected by Acclamation) Vice President: Read more about Lodge Officer Nominations and Election[…]

Apply for the 2023 IAM Scholarship Competition

The IAM Scholarship Competition is accepting applications for the 2023 year. The competition is open to members of the IAM and their children throughout the United States and Canada. Again, this year’s Scholarship Program will be fully accessible on goiam.org. Additionally, the IAM has a vocational-technical two-year scholarship available to members and their children. Please Read more about Apply for the 2023 IAM Scholarship Competition[…]

31 Guns in 31 Days: Raffle Tickets on Sale Benefiting Guide Dogs of America

The IAM Southern Territory has partnered with Guide Dogs of America to raise money for the organization with the 31 Guns in 31 Days of October Raffle. That’s right – during the month of October, the IAM Southern Territory will be giving away A GUN A DAY.  Raffle tickets for these 31 drawings are currently Read more about 31 Guns in 31 Days: Raffle Tickets on Sale Benefiting Guide Dogs of America[…]

Local Lodge Partners with Jacksonville Animal Shelter for Pet Food Drive

The Local Lodge would like to thank everyone who donated to the Pet Food Drive we had in partnership with the Jacksonville Animal Shelter. For three weeks, Members contributed to boxes set out in each of the buildings that Members worked in.  Friday, August 5th was the last collection day. In total, the Lodge collected Read more about Local Lodge Partners with Jacksonville Animal Shelter for Pet Food Drive[…]

Local Lodge Scholarship Awarded

Local Lodge President, Chris Carr, presented the Lodge’s 2022 recipient of the Local Lodge Scholarship, John Bruchhagen, with a check for $1500 on Thursday outside of the C-130 Center of Excellence building. John is the step son of Brother Trent Acord. John graduated from Maumelle Middle School with many accolades and achievements, including a perfect Read more about Local Lodge Scholarship Awarded[…]