ESCANABA — The American Legion sponsors a number of programs and provides scholarships and awards to outstanding persons in various fields. Nominations and applications are still open for the following opportunities and recognitions in the 2025 cycle:

— Square Knot Award: designed to recognize American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary or Sons of The American Legion members who are actively involved in the Scouting program. No deadline. Information and a checklist are found at michiganlegion.org/scouting.

— Junior Shooting Sports: Youth between the ages of 14 and 18 who join a Legion-sponsored shooting club will be eligible to enter an air rifle tournament, the prizes for which are $5,000 for first place and $1,000 for runner-up. Visit michiganlegion.org/juniorshooting for more.

— American Legion Baseball: Scholarship amounts of $500 and $2,500 are available to those on American Legion baseball teams who have graduated high school and aim to attend college. To register a team, visit legion.baseball.org; to apply for scholarships by July 15, see legion.org/scholarships/baseball.