The Aripeka Elks Lodge’s Veterans Committee and Exalted Ruler, Chick Anderson, invited 20 veterans from the Steps to Recovery program to join the lodge for Veterans Day dinner Nov. 11. Jack Mariano, Pasco County commissioner, a strong supporter of veterans activities in the county, spoke to 51 veterans and their spouses, thanking them for their courage and dedication and the impact they have had on the nation. The lodge supports Steps to Recovery with monthly collections of hygiene and household products to assist them in a successful return to civilian life. The Hudson High School Junior ROTC provided the presentation of the flags.
Pictured are veterans from the lodge and Steps to Recovery with Jack Mariano, county commissioner, far right in front.
