Veterans Day Ceremony Set for Wednesday in New Philadelphia
NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (Nov. 10, 2026) – The community will gather Wednesday to honor military veterans during New Philadelphia’s annual Veterans Day observance on the courthouse square.
The ceremony begins at 11 a.m. and will feature retired Chief Master Sergeant Shaun Jackson, a Dover native who served 27 years in the U.S. Air Force. Jackson plans to encourage local veterans to stay connected and become involved with organizations such as VFW Post 1445, American Legion Post 139, VVA Chapter 857, SAVE 22, and other community groups.
Following the ceremony, attendees are invited to VFW Post 1445 on Park Avenue Northwest for a traditional ham-and-bean soup luncheon.