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In the news this week
November 12, 2009 by Nicki Faulk
There were two great pieces published by the North Jefferson News this week covering the Veterans Day events in the area:
In a moving tribute on Monday, Mortimer Jordan High School’s career tech and FBLA programs sponsored a Veterans Day ceremony at the school. Several area veterans attended the event from all branches of the military.
On Monday, Corner High School hosted a Veterans Day ceremony. North Jefferson Middle School had a Veterans Day program on Tuesday.
Veterans were not forgotten Wednesday in north Jefferson County. American Legion Post 255 and VFW Post 10250 hosted the 15th annual Veterans Day ceremony Wednesday at the North Jefferson Veterans Memorial Park in Fultondale.
Applebee’s says “Thanks” this Veteran’s Day with free food
October 20, 2009 by Nicki Faulk
I love to see things like this and always make sure to give my business to places that support our troops and veterans. It looks like we’ll be hitting Applebee’s the next time we go out. 
According to the Applebee’s website, this offer is “available during business hours on November 11, 2009 at participating Applebee’s. (Dine-in from limited menu only.) Beverages and gratuity not included. Veterans and active duty military simply show proof of military service.”
Valid veteran and active duty identification accepted:
- U.S. Uniform Services Identification Card
- U.S. Uniform Services Retired Identification Card
- Current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES)
- Veterans Organization Card (i.e., American Legion and VFW)
- Photograph in uniform
- Wearing uniform
For more information and to see the dine-in menu, visit www.applebees.com/vetsday
(H/T: Karie @ Wife of a Wounded Marine)
Riders flocked to Legion’s Poker Run
September 16, 2009 by Nicki Faulk
Printed in this week’s North Jefferson News:
What sounded and felt like a small earthquake in Fultondale on Saturday was simply a group of men and women wanting to help others.
More than 200 motorcycles roared in to American Legion Post 255 in Fultondale to take part in the American Legion Riders 9/11 Poker Run.
This is the fifth year that American Legion District 21 has hosted the ride. Each of the six posts in the district takes turns heading up the event.
“This is in remembrance of the fallen police officers and firefighters on 9/11,” said Ron Slay, vice-commander of post 255 and commander of American Legion Riders of Post 255.
Proceeds of the ride benefit the Fultondale Police and Fire Departments.
On hand to receive plaques and recognition from Post 255 Commander Bill Steber and other officials were Fultondale Assistant Fire Chief Larry Adams and Gardendale Police Chief Mike Walker, along with other members of both departments.
Also on hand at the post Saturday were representatives from the Breast Cancer Foundation and representatives of Kendall Thomas, both of whom were taking up donations.
On Sunday, Walker attended a District 21 meeting at Post 255, where he received a $1,000 check for the Kendall Thomas foundation.
Kendall Thomas, a former softball player at Gardendale High School, has been diagnosed with leukemia.
“That’s what the Legion is, helping the community and helping people in need,” said Slay.
The riders stopped at the American Legion posts in Fairfield, Tarrant and Leeds, giving plaques to the police and fire chiefs there.
The group also picked up extra riders at every post before ending the ride at the Birmingham Race Course.
Slay thanks the dozens of sponsors, who donated more than $2,000 in cash and items for door prizes.
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