Several Red River Parish organizations will come together Monday, November 9, to honor veterans buried at Springville Cemetery in Coushatta.

The Coushatta Chute Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) is partnering with VFW Post 7287, Springville Cemetery, Red River High School, and CBS Home Express & More to place American flags on more than 275 veterans’ graves in recognition of Veterans Day.

Volunteers will gather at Springville Cemetery at 9:00 a.m. to place flags for veterans in remembrance of their military service. The local Ace Hardware store, CBS Home Express & More, donated the flags.

VFW Commander Barry McCoy, Cindy Coffey, and Virginia Webb will lead the volunteers in the effort.

The project brings together veterans, students, and community members to recognize the men and women who served our country. Each flag will remind us of a life dedicated, in part, to protecting the freedoms Americans enjoy today.

Veterans Day is Wednesday, November 11. As we recognize those who have served, take a moment to thank a veteran, listen to their story, or remember someone who is no longer with us.

A simple thank-you is a meaningful way to honor their service.