Veterans breakfast delayed to Jan. 18 after storm forecast
This month’s Anderson County Veterans Breakfast has been rescheduled for Saturday, Jan. 18, as a result of the forecast of possible inclement weather this coming Saturday, Mayor Terry Frank said Monday.
Military veterans from Anderson County are invited to come together at 8:30 a.m. Jan. 18 for the January breakfast at the Clinton Community Center.
These breakfasts are hosted monthly by Anderson County citizens, and this month’s event is sponsored by U.S. Army veteran Jerry Kelley.
At the Community Center, 101 S. Hicks Street, Clinton, the chow line will open at 8:30, and there will be a brief program at 9 honoring veterans. It also will include some Christmas fun.
All of the veterans breakfasts are held to recognize and honor local veterans and their families for their service to the United States.
Anderson County residents and community volunteers are working together to make the breakfasts a free monthly event that will allow veterans of all ages and branches to fellowship and share stories together.
Veterans are welcome to bring spouses, family, or friends with them.
The city of Clinton is recognized as a special sponsor for hosting the monthly location and setup.
Local media are especially recognized for their role in letting veterans know about the breakfast each month.
Many generous donors are also recognized for providing monthly door prizes.
Breakfasts coming up:
• Feb. 8 is sponsored by the Clinton Lions Club.
• March 8 is sponsored by Sheriff Russell Barker and Sheriff’s Department employees.
• April 12 is sponsored by Alexander Guest House.
• May 10 is sponsored by Oliver Springs Mayor Jason Stiltner and Big Orange Tree Service.
• June 14 is sponsored by Ray Varner Ford.
• July 12 is sponsored by Clinch River Home Healthcare.
To learn more, e-mail VeteransofAndersonCounty@gmail.com, or visit Facebook and search for Veterans Appreciation Breakfast – Anderson County.
Anyone interested in sponsoring a breakfast should contact Terry at 865-310-4097.
