The Christian County Military Affairs Committee highlighted their dedication, and their honor, in serving the service members of the Armed Forces and their families at Tuesday Eagle Ambassador Breakfast.
It was a full house in the Eagle Room at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming and Hotel, which is right next door to the heart of Fort Campbell, and there were many service members and veterans on hand that morning. To get things started, roses were presented to the Gold Star Families, in recognition of their loss and their love.
MAC Director Shannon Lane says the Committee has had a busy year with its share of challengers—but it all was worth it to bring support and resource to military families in the region.
Colonel James Stultz, the Commander of the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division Air Assault, was the keynote speaker, and he thanked everyone for being such great community partners. He says many who retire from service at Fort Campbell stay in this area, and that’s due to the community, and that also draws soldiers to be stationed here.
He says the 101st remains more relevant than ever in this day and age, with numerous deployments and operations underway, so having a safe place to come home to is tremendous.
Two awards were presented—the MAC Service Award and the Screaming Eagle Award. The Service Award was presented to Anthony Livingston and Pepsi, and with a special recognition from U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell, Terry Hamby was presented with the Screaming Eagle Award.
Hamby says he has worked to make sure no soldier is ever forgotten, and he thanked those in attendance for their service and their sacrifices.
To close things up, Eagle Ambassador Breakfast Chair Jack Smith made the case for more folks to become an Eagle Ambassador, saying it’s a service that will truly touch your heart, and bring some good to those who need it.
If you’re interested in becoming an Eagle Ambassador, you can learn more on the Christian County Chamber of Commerce website.
