Veterans Appreciation Reception - 2023

 The Covington Heritage Foundation held its annual Veterans Appreciation Reception Monday morning at Bogue Falaya Hall behind Covington City Hall. Over 100 veterans and some family members attended. Here are some photographs from the event. Click on the images to make them larger. 

CHF President Mark Verret welcomes those in attendance. 

American Legion Post 16 Past Commander Dennis Charlesworth greets Major James Robinson, a 101-year-old veteran of WWII and the Korean War

A medley of patriotic military music was performed by Kellen Meyers of the Covington High Talented Music Program.

Mayor Mark Johnson, at right, joined in with the festivities

Other city officials taking part were, at left,  John Botsford and Larry Rolling.