Today is Veterans Day, and Chaffee County is honoring our veterans with a range of events and activities:
- Veterans Parade: Starting at 10 a.m., a parade will march down F Street in Salida, bringing the community together to celebrate and honor veterans.
- Ceremony at Riverside Park: After the parade, Cmdr. Len Baldini of the American Legion will lead a special ceremony featuring a speech by Chaffee County Commissioner Keith Baker.
- Veterans Dinner: The Salida Elks Lodge will host their annual dinner for veterans tonight at 6 p.m., celebrating veterans with a meal in their honor.
- Free State Park Admission: Colorado Parks and Wildlife is offering free admission to all state parks for veterans today, a great opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Colorado in recognition of their service.
Please note that government offices, the post office, and banks are closed today in observance of Veterans Day. Thank you to all veterans for your service and sacrifice!
