Thank you to everyone who joined us for the recent Veterans Memorial Brick Ceremony at the Sumter County Courthouse. It was a truly moving event where we came together to honor and recognize the brave men and women who have served our country, as well as their families who have supported them throughout their service.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to Kristen Montejo from the Veterans Services Department for serving as the Master of Ceremonies. We also appreciate the inspiring words from Commissioner Bogue and Congressman Webster, as well as the heartfelt remarks from Dominick Nati. Reverend Tim Eichberger's invocation and benediction added a meaningful touch, and Debbie Perina of the Tri-County Women's Veterans delivered a powerful rendition of the National Anthem. We are also grateful to the Tri-County Women's Veterans for presenting the colors, helping make the ceremony even more special.

We were honored to have so many veterans and their families attend and be part of this memorable occasion. Your service is deeply valued, and we remain committed to recognizing and celebrating you.

In addition to this beautiful ceremony, we are excited to announce the reinstatement of the Veterans Memorial Brick Program. This program allows you to honor a veteran by purchasing a commemorative brick, which will be displayed as part of the Veterans Memorial at the Sumter County Courthouse. The program will be held annually, and we look forward to continuing this tradition of recognizing those who have served. To learn more about the program or to purchase a brick, please visit www.sumtercountyfl.gov/bricks.

Sumter County is proud to support its veterans year-round through the Veterans Services Department, which provides a variety of resources and services to veterans and their families. Whether you need assistance with filing claims, accessing health services, or finding community resources, the Veterans Services team is dedicated to offering the support you deserve. We encourage all veterans in our community to take advantage of the services available to them. For more information, visit www.sumtercountyfl.gov/veterans.

While Veterans Day has passed, our commitment to honoring our veterans remains steadfast. We continue to recognize and support the men and women who have served, and we invite the community to participate in the Veterans Memorial Brick Program as a lasting tribute to their sacrifices. Together, we can ensure that our veterans are always remembered and celebrated for their contributions to our freedom.

Thank you to all the veterans and their families for your unwavering dedication. We are proud to stand beside you in our shared commitment to honoring your service.