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A show of patriotism
Veterans honored for their service
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Children need to stay fit, graduate from high school, and stay out of trouble to serve in today’s military. That was the message conveyed by two guest speakers Monday during the Veterans Day program at Hickory Creek Elementary.“Veterans like me are getting older and as we get older, it’s going to be up to children like you to defend our country,” said Matthew Colvard, a lieutenant colonel with the Army Reserves. “You need to get an education.