Monroe students, veterans gather for annual Veterans Day program

The Monroe City School District hosted its annual Veterans Day program at Martin Luther King Jr. Junior High School, bringing together students and local veterans to honor those who have served. The event featured speeches from retired Army Lt. Col. Garry Hines and Wossman High School JROTC Cadet Lt. Col. Addisyn Nelson, both of whom emphasized the importance of supporting veterans and their families throughout the entire year, rather than just on the holiday.