Trimble Fair salutes veterans, active military

The Trimble County Fair Board paid tribute to local veterans and active members of the military during a recognition service Thursday. Remembrance balloons were released following the event in honor of all whose names were registered for the ceremony.

Featured speaker Command Sergeant Major Jimmy Supplee (U.S. Army ret.) shared a moment of repartee with WWII veteran Coleman Sibley.

Featured speaker Command Sergeant Major Jimmy Supplee (U.S. Army ret.) enjoyed a laugh with State Representative Rick Rand. Rand's solemn contribution to the ceremony was the reading of the names of Trimble servicemen who have lost their lives in battle.

Retired USAF Lt. Col. and current State Senator Ernie Harris gave the welcome.