Elgin Pays Tribute To Veterans At Program On Monday

Elgin honored its military men and women at its annual Veterans Day Program in the Elgin Public Gym on Monday morning.

The program began with members of the VFW and American Legion advancing the colors, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and "Star Spangled Banner."

Elgin seniors Hunter Reestman and Allyson Wemhoff gave the welcome address, and then the Elgin Public band played "With Uncommon Valor" by Todd Stalter. 

Pope John seniors R.J. Lierman and Lauren Seier presented a patriotic reading before Elgin Principal Greg Wemhoff recognized the veterans. Rita Wagner of the Elgin Unit 229 American Legion Auxiliary gave the address. Elgin seniors Kira Widger and Kaylee Martinsen followed up the address with a second patriotic reading.

A combined choir of Elgin Public and Pope John singers performed "Tribute to the Armed Services" by Lloyd Larson. The Elgin VFW Auxiliary presented flags to one senior student at each Elgin school. 

Allyson Wemhoff and Olivia Lindgren played "Taps" before the colors were retired at the conclusion of the program.