School districts throughout south central Missouri will come together next week for the Community Salute to Service

School districts throughout south central Missouri will come together next week for the Community Salute to Service in Waynesville. On Wednesday, May 10th, high school seniors who are enlisting in a branch of the military, National Guard or Reserves, are attending a college ROTC program, and/or have received an appointment to a military academy will be recognized. Waynesville R-VI Superintendent Hilary Bales says five different schools, including Waynesville, will be attending.

Special guests for the event include Missouri Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe, General Gary Brito, Major General James E. Bonner, and Dr. Margie Vandeven. High-ranking representatives from the Army Reserve, Missouri National Guard, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Navy will also be in attendance. Wednesday’s event starts at 6 PM.