No Veterans Day Parade in Madras

Madras will no longer hold its annual Veterans Day parade, but former organizers say other events will still be held. Michael Williams, the Commander of the Madras VFW Post 12141 and the Adjutant of the American Legion Post 125, made the announcement. “Our newly returning and future veterans may rekindle a parade for Madras; however, for today, thank you, one and all,” he said. Williams said the Veterans Parade began in 2004 and was first cancelled last year. Now, Williams has said the parade will not be held for the foreseeable future. How to celebrate Veterans Day in Madras, Warm Springs At 7 a.m., the local scouts will put out 100 U.S. flags at Mt. Jefferson Cemetery. There will still be a Veterans Day observance at the Jefferson County Community & Senior Center. Doors will open at 10 a.m. for the 10:30 a.m. program. During the ceremony, a guest speaker will recount the story of his grandfather, who was a prisoner of war during World War II.

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