The City of Columbia will be placing veteran flags around the Square (and one square off the Square) starting this Memorial Day. The project honors local veterans from World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War; along with other veterans.

“We were initially planning for 8 banners and due to demand, increased it to 16,” say Mayor Pamela Hoots. “We again increased the number to 32 banners and that number is now full.”

The City would like to recognize Ronnie Holt, with the local VFW, who has been assisting with the project. “Without his help we could have not done this,” said Hoots.

The banner procurement has been stopped for this time due to the high demand and to get the initial project completed.

“We hope to be able to add more veterans at a later date,” Hoots noted.