American Legion Red Poppy Sales

The community is invited to support the Watseka American Legion – Post 23 with their annual Red Poppy Flower Sale. The Red Poppy is the symbol of remembrance for the American Legion and is used to honor military personnel, both living and deceased, and the sacrifices they have made for the nation. The Red Poppy is a symbol of the blood shed by soldiers, and the resilient way they bloom on battlefields even in the face of destruction and hardship.

The Watseka American Legion will have collection points on Friday, May 23^rd from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Saturday, May 24^th from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the following locations:

·         Intersection of Route 24 & 49 in Crescent City.

·         Intersection of Route 1 & Jones Street in Milford.

·         Casey’s General Store in Watseka.

·         Walmart in Watseka.

·         Intersection of 2^nd Street & Walnut (Hwy 24) in Watseka.

All funds collected during these two days are used to support veterans, veteran family members, and organizations that support veteran treatment and support programs.