Davenport, IA – On Aug 31st, approx. 100 Veterans, including 2 WWII veterans, will travel to Washington, D.C to visit the monuments dedicated to their service and sacrifice. This is the 9 th Honor Flight of the Quad Cities that area Hy-Vee stores have sponsored.

On Wednesday, Aug 30th, Hy-Vee is hosting a pre-flight dinner for these veterans, a guest and their guardians.

Please join us prior to the dinner for a celebration in front of Northgate Place to welcome these veterans. Talk with the 2 WWII veterans, and Colonel Heidi Hoyle (guest speaker) who assumed duties at the Rock Island Arsenal in July. Learn about the special ceremony that will take place at the Vietnam Memorial.

WHAT: Pre Flight Dinner Celebration WHEN: Wednesday, Aug 30th  4:00-5:00 pm

WHERE: In front of Northgate Place next to Hy-Vee on 1815 E. Kimberly Rd

WHO: Veterans and Guardians on Aug 31st Honor Flight

Honor Flight Board members Honor Flight Sponsors Hy-Vee employees

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