That is a terrific story Chief. Thanks to whomever did this wonderful gesture for the Chief... you are indeed a compassionate and kind person.
I live in a small community (Vanderpool - population about 20); the next closest community (Utopia) has a population of about 250. These communities share a common school district and the school puts on a celebration to honor the veterans that is outstanding. The National Honor Society students coordinate the whole event.
The local Fire and EMS departments now have a website and created a section to honor the veterans of the community (
www.utopia-vanderpool-esd.org/honoring.htm). This is a work-in-progress and all done by volunteers and donations to honor our veterans.
As several have mentioned, times are much different now.
Thank all of you veterans and your families that served and sacrificed for our nation and a special thanks to the families of servicemen that gave their lives for their country.