By Phoenix and Metric-HD

When it comes to helping Veterans, few organizations work harder than the folks at the American Legion Post 69 in Avon Park. Under the leadership of the American Legion Department Project VetRelief, Chairman Larry Roberts and their entire post family, they pulled off their best Veterans Expo of all time. The day started with a twenty-two miles escort of the Vietnam and Global War on Terrorism Walls by the Patriot Guard Riders, the American Legion Riders and about three hundred riders from across the state. We would like to thank both the Polk County and Highlands County Sheriff Officers for a safe escort. When we arrived at the post, we were greeted with a delicious breakfast provided by the Sons, Auxiliary and Post members. The day was filled with activities, food vendors, a car show, and a poker run. Adam Martin and his band “BLACKBIRD ANTHEM” provided some awesome music throughout the day. All the proceeds from the event went to “PROJECT: VETRELIEF” to provide awareness to the twenty-two (22) suicides of Veterans every day. At the end of the event the post raised over $8,000.00 to assist local veterans. Thanks to everyone that made this day a great success. GOD BLESS AMERICA AND OUR VETERANS!!!!!