Veterans breakfast scheduled for Saturday
Pictured at September’s veterans breakfast are U.S. Navy veteran Buddy Martin, recipient of a Quilt of Valor, and Clinch River Quilts of Valor President Gwen Cole, taking his picture.
The chow line opens at 8:30 a.m. and there will be a brief program at 9 a.m. honoring veterans, including the presentation of colors by Clinton High School Air Force JROTC.
This month’s breakfast is sponsored by Ryan Ritter, Rebecca Watts and Julie Michel of Wisdom Insurance Network. Doughnut sponsor for October is Tena Bailey, in memory of Johnny Bailey.
These breakfasts are held to recognize and honor local veterans and their families for their service to the United States.
Many generous donors are also recognized for providing monthly door prizes.
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.
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 breakfasts each month.
Breakfasts coming up:
• Nov. 8 is sponsored by Friends of U.S. Military Families, Inc., along with Roger and Judy Kelly.
• Dec. 12 is sponsored by Denise Palmer.
• Jan. 10 is sponsored by sheriff and employees of the Anderson County Sheriff’s Department.
• Feb. 14 is sponsored by the Clinton Lions Club.
To learn more, e-mail VeteransofAndersonCounty@gmail.com, or visit Facebook and search for Veterans Appreciation Breakfast – Anderson County.
Anyone interested in sponsoring one of the breakfasts should contact Terry Frank at 865-310-4097.