State Fair Seeking Veterans, Active Military To Recognize
June 15, 2023 10:46AM CDT
An honor guard retires the flag flown over the Missouri State Highway Patrol building, next to the main turnstiles of the Missouri State Fairgrounds, on Aug. 18, 2021. The flag was presented to Jack Sandwith of Slater, honored at the day’s Military Flag Retreat Ceremony, held during the 119th Missouri State Fair. (Photo by Kyle Hill, Alpha Ag Network)
One recent tradition that continues to grow at the Missouri State Fair is the Military Flag Retreat ceremony, where fair officials recognize an active duty or veteran Missourian each afternoon. The nomination process is underway, according to fair director Mark Wolfe.
Again, nominations are due July 5th. Details and the application form are available on the Missouri State Fair’s website.
