Veterans Day Celebration brings veterans, families together in Sparta

SPARTA, Ga. — Veterans Day Celebration 2026 Saturday afternoon at the Hancock County Youth Center in Sparta drew the biggest crowd ever to honor American veterans. More than 200 veterans and families attended the event. Charlene Reeves, president of the Warren Hawkins American Legion Auxiliary Post No. 523 in Milledgeville, served as mistress of ceremonies. “I am so elated to see everyone, and I hope you enjoy this occasion,” Reeves said. “And we already know what the occasion is. It doesn’t have to be told, because we stand on the backs of veterans.” She then recited a veteran’s blessing: You stood with courage when the shadows fell; you bore the weight more than words can tell. Beyond the uniform and battles fought, God speaks the truth. God says you are strong. Isaiah 40:31: God says you are valiant. Luke 12: God says you are never alone. Joshua 1:9 says you are deeply loved.

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