Lauri Phillips, acting public affairs officer for the local VA Hospital, said the program will give the community a chance to offer its thanks to the veterans who have honored the call of duty today and in years past.
“Veterans Day offers America an opportunity to honor its veterans for their service and sacrifice on behalf of our country,” said Phillips. “This year Big Spring and the surrounding communities will host a very special community-wide Veterans Day program at the Dorothy Garrett Coliseum, located on the campus of Howard College.
“All veterans are invited to attend this program, which is being held in their honor. Also, citizens in the community are invited to join us as we share a moment of celebration, recognition and dedication to all veterans, past, present and future.”
Phillips said the program will get underway at 11 a.m. and feature U.S. Air Force Col. David A. Rearick as keynote speaker.
“This brief program serves as a solemn reminder of the price for the freedoms we enjoy every day,” said Phillips. “Students from Goliad Intermediate School, Coahoma and Elbow schools will be participating in the program. Also, John Fisher, a veteran of the United States Air Force, will serve as the master of ceremonies.”
The Goodfellow Air Force Base seven-man joint service color guard team will also be on hand for the presentation, according to Phillips, to post the colors, provide a 21-gun salute and play Taps. Big Spring Mayor Russ McEwen is also expected to present a proclamation honoring all veterans.
“Following the program, veterans and their families are invited to a lunch, also held there at the coliseum,” said Phillips.
For more information on the ceremony, contact Phillips at 264-4824.
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