It’s a celebration of the American Dream and the brave individuals who uphold it. As we approach Veterans Day on Tuesday, November 11, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all who’ve served in the United States Armed Forces. We honor our veterans for safeguarding our nation’s freedoms, not just on Veterans Day but every day of the year.
Local Events
November 8:
- Memorial Ceremony at the Veteran’s Memorial in downtown Vandalia; Free breakfast at 7am, Veterans Day Program at 9am, parade at 11am on Gallatin Street
November 10:
- Veterans Day Program at North Clay starting at 9am in the Clay County State Bank Arena, Breakfast served at 8am in Jr. High Commons
- Veterans Day Program, Breakfast served at 8:15am in Flora High School Commons, program to follow in Flora Conley Gymnasium
November 11:
- Effingham Veterans Day Program at 10:30am at Veterans Memorial on Courthouse Square
- Mattoon Veterans Day Parade at 9am starting at east side of 21st Street and Western Avenue
- Flora Veterans Day Program at 10:15am at the Memorial in Library Park
