Information to properly retire American Flags
Dear Editor,
“When torn, it may be mended, and when dirty, it can be cleaned; but when in such a condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem of display, it must be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.”
Such are the guidelines set forth by the National Flag Foundation on the proper disposal of old, worn, tattered, frayed, or faded U.S. flags. WoodmenLife Chapter 358 Round Oak will comply with those guidelines when it retires worn flags June 10,2023 2:00pm at WoodmenLife Chapter Hall in Round Oak.
“The flag stands for all that we hold dear – freedom, democracy, and a government of the people, by the people, and for the people,” said, Una Faye Gordon president of Chapter 358. “A ceremony of this nature holds great meaning for us.”
According to Gordon, the retirement will be in keeping with the patriotic duty the flag has served. During the ceremony, participants will have an opportunity to remember and reflect on members of the military and others who have served our country under the flag.
WoodmenLife values patriotism and gives members many opportunities to celebrate their American pride. They present flags to nonprofit organizations, schools, and communities nationwide. Since 1947, the organization has presented more than 3.5 million flags.
The ceremony is conducted as a service to the community and is open to the public. No reservations are needed. It will be held at the WoodmenLife Chapter Hall in Round Oak.
Sincerely, Glenda Davis
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Free summer meals
Dear Editor,
We are excited to inform you that the Jones County School Nutrition Department will again offer free meals this summer through the Seamless Summer Option (SSO). The program allows School Food Authorities (SFAs) to provide meals to students during traditional summer. “Meals are available to children under 18 and to students over 18 with a state-defined mental or physical disability as defined by a State or local educational agency.” Students are eligible to receive one breakfast and one lunch each day at no charge.
Important Changes from Last Summer:
COVID-19 Waivers are no longer in effect. SSO must return to the traditional regulations for operating the summer meal program. For more information about the Seamless Summer Option (SSO) regulations, contact the School Nutrition office. Under the Seamless Summer program regulations 7 CFR 225.16(h) meals must be served in a congregate setting and must be consumed by children on site. A child is allowed to take one fruit, vegetable, or grain item off-site for later consumption.
Q: What does this mean? A: Children must now eat their meals at the site, where they are served.
In previous years, waivers pursuant to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act were based on the exceptional circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic and allowed non-congregate meal service in the summer feeding programs. These waivers expired Sept. 30, 2022. Additionally, no meals may be picked up by the parent or guardian (child must be present). We will not have any mobile sites or deliveries. The Jones County School Nutrition Summer Feeding will operate Monday through Thursday only, June 5-29. Please contact our School Nutrition office at 478-986-1390 if you have any questions.
Sincerely, Matoshia Grant Jones County School Nutrition Dept.
