Veterans invited to share stories

SANDPOINT — Community veterans and their families are invited to come in to the Daily Bee to share stories of their service.

The Daily Bee is hosting daily conversation times from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. each day, Monday through Friday, through Oct. 15. Individuals can also schedule appointments outside these times.

The stories will be shared in the Daily Bee's upcoming Valor, our annual tribute to the men and women who have served their country, whether today or at any time in the past.

We are asking for the public's help in honoring these men and women by sharing their photos, stories, and service. If known, please share any awards and recognitions they earned, including the Purple Heart, Silver Star, Distinguished Service Cross, and Congressional Medal of Honor, to name a few.

We want to share these stories and honor our servicemen and women before the tales are lost.

In addition, we are gathering information on local service and military groups, veterans services, and resources available to veterans and their families.

Our goal is to pay special tribute to our servicemen and servicewomen, paying special honor to those who have earned this country's highest honors.

The publication will include photos of our veterans. All are invited to send a service photo of those who served in their family, as well as information on the branch of service, years of service, and location of service. Stories and tales of their time in service are also welcomed and encouraged.

It will be published in the Nov. 5 editions of both the Bonner County Daily Bee and Bonners Ferry Herald.

Please send your photos and information by Oct. 15 to [email protected]. Or stop by the Daily Bee, 310 Church St., from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. daily, Monday to Friday.

Information: Caroline Lobsinger, 208-263-9531, ext. 2112 or [email protected]