After a meal, attendees listen to Parke Stevens, Jr.’s statements on Veterans Day. (Zoe Naylor | Houston Herald)

With an a cappella rendition of “God Bless America” and gentle ribbing amongst veterans about their various branches of service, an evening at St. John Catholic Mission in Licking recognized veterans’ dedication to the country and the significance of the holiday. Nearly 50 people, 18 of them veterans, were in attendance.

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Originally from middle Tennessee, Zoe graduated from the University of Missouri in May 2026 with a master's in journalism. She primarily covers local government and school board and writes features for...