BENTON, Ill. -- The City of Benton Fire Department is making sure those who sacrificed their lives on 9/11 are not forgotten.
BENTON, Ill. -- A local school is honoring the victims of the September 11, 2001 attacks.
A worker at Camping World in Marion explains what goes into caring for its large American flag that's on display in front of the store.
After mourning the deaths, the President ordered that American flag be flown at half-staff at the White House and on all public buildings and grounds, military posts and naval stations/vessels.
Chief Priddy says to thank Amelia, the Herrin Fire Department will give her a ride to school in one of their fire trucks.
Les� Melnyk is a spokesperson for the Department of Veterans Affairs� National Cemetery Administration and says the garrison flag at Los Angeles National Cemetery was reported stolen sometime late Sunday or early Monday. The cemetery’s gates were closed at the time.
A World War II veteran received an unexpected gift during his 100th birthday party in Benton over the weekend.
Wednesday, the nation, including communities in our area, remember the 9/11 attacks.
The Lioness Club honors military veterans with the 11th annual flag salute in Cannon Park � using more than 400 American Flags.
HERRIN (WSIL) � A local Eagle Scout’s project is now being used at the American Legion building in Herrin.