A true patriot, US Army Veteran, Nate Thomas, made is way through Monticello on Saturday.

Thomas, a Lee county native who served in Desert Storm, stated that he runs every year on the 4th of July, Memorial Day, and Veteran’s Day to show support to our veterans and troops.

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The town flag is at half staff, today, in honor of

Peace Officers Memorial Day

The Monticello flag is currently flying at half staff, in memory of the recent shooting deaths in Maryland.

President Trump issued the proclamation earlier, this week.

In memory of the many lives that were lost in the Twin Towers terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, U.S. Flags are at half staff.

For as long as most folks remember, the intersection of HWY 425 and 278 has always been home to the “Monticello Flag.”

Many are used to seeing it, but don’t realize how often the flags must be repaired and replaced.

The flags, usually 4 at a time, are purchased with donations made by Commercial Bank, Union Bank, Simmons Bank, Parkway Bank, and Maxwell Hardwood Flooring.

Thanks to those donations, “the Flag” still flies above Monticello for all travelers to see.

This lighted flag display is one of the many patriotic displays that residents use to celebrate our country’s birthday.

Kiwanis is selling flags to decorate the square and courthouse again this year. Flags can be purchased in honor or memory of any service members. Flags are $30 and can be purchased from any Kiwanis member or at Union Bank from Sandra Wright or Gail Hooker.

All proceeds go to fund the Monticello Kiwanis service project, which is bedroom makeovers for children in need.

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