Veterans Day remembered in Wrangell events

Marking this year's remembrance of the country's veterans, several dinners and ceremonies paid tribute to local servicemen and women on Friday.

To start with, a number of businesses closed their doors for the day, giving veterans time to spend with friends and family. A charity run was held by Southeast Beasts first thing at 8 a.m., raising $135 dollars for local veteran services.

At the Wrangell High School gym at 10:30 a.m., several dozen veterans were given front-row seating for a commemorative presentation. It featured music, art, and poetry, put together by the school's students. Thematic...