LEWISBURG – Approximately 150 community members gathered Thursday morning at the RiverWoods Senior Living Community to honor 50 veterans for their service in a ceremony that brought together local organizations, residents and community members.
The ceremony opened with a patriotic parade led by the Lewisburg Area High School’s marching band, which marched around the block as the veterans followed behind.
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