Thank you to our military veterans

Memorial Day has come and gone. This year, it seemed, there was less talk about going to the lake and more talk about paying homage to our military men and women who have given so much to protect our freedoms. That is a good shift in priorities.

At the Stillwater NewsPress we are collecting military stories again for a Courage Under Fire section we will distribute July 4. If you are a Stillwater-area veteran and you want to submit your story in your own words, write it down, dictate it to a friend or family member and send it to the NewsPress. If you want to talk to a reporter/videographer, let us know. This is our third Independence Day to share vets’ stories. We have done similar projects for Veterans Day the past two years.

Our veterans can never be adequately repaid for the sacrifices they have made and for the freedoms they have secured for us. We want to share their stories. If you are a Stillwater-area veteran or want to tell us about a veteran you know or knew, email me at editor@stwnewspress.com.

And to all who served, thank you.