Veterans remembrance day planned in Columbiana
The Historical Society of Columbiana and Fairfield Township, along with American Legion Unit 290, invites the public to a special program in honor of National Gold Star Moms and Family Remembrance Day on Sunday, Sept. 28, at 1 p.m. at the Veterans War Memorial, located in the Columbiana Cemetery. The history of the Veterans War Memorial, the 25 veterans etched into stone, and the stories of their service will be the subject of the program. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair. A free-will donation will be taken to benefit Columbiana Cemetery Wreaths Across America. Everyone is invited to bring a photo of their military veteran buried in Columbiana for the Historical Society to scan, edit and use at the grave during the laying of the wreaths, Saturday, Dec. 13, at noon. For information, call Joyce Allcorn at 330-429-3195, Deborah Firestone-Himes 330-727-6384, the Historical Society at 330-482-5394 or email at historicalsociety@columbianaohio.gov.