Veterans are recognized today for their service. We encourage you to thank a Veteran for their sacrifices for our freedom.
According to department.va.gov ,World War I – known at the time as “The Great War” – officially ended when the Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919, in the Palace of Versailles outside the town of Versailles, France. However, fighting ceased seven months earlier when an armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities, between the Allied nations and Germany went into effect on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. For that reason, November 11, 1918, is generally regarded as the end of “the war to end all wars.”
Veterans Day continues to be observed on November 11, regardless of what day of the week on which it falls. The restoration of the observance of Veterans Day to November 11 not only preserves the historical significance of the date, but helps focus attention on the important purpose of Veterans Day: A celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good.
Here are some Veterans Day 2026 events in Webster Parish:
November 11
7 a.m. Veterans Day Breakfast, Pine Plaza Shopping Center, Springhill. Free for veterans. Served by Mudbugs Men’s Ministries.
9 a.m. Doyline High School’s Veterans Day Program. Veterans are asked to arrive between 8:20 and 8:50 a.m., https://forms.gle/4dcPrMHnQnFrQGr18 .
11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Veterans Day Lunch, Springhill Medical Center. All veterans and their spouses are invited to stop by for lunch and learn how you can receive your VA primary care at SMC.
6 p.m. Honoring Our Heroes: 7th Annual Parish-Wide Veterans Day Gumbo. Citizens About Progress (CAP) is proud to honor the life, service, and legacy of Adrian L. Mendenhall, United States Army Veteran. Jacob Hall, Fellowship Hall-SUPC, 1211 3rd St. SE, Springhill, LA 71075. For more information, contact: (318) 639-7008 .
November 14
8 until 10 a.m., American Legion Hall in Minden, Veterans Day Pancake Breakfast, hosted by Minden Evening Lions Club, with support from Webster Parish Veterans Safety Net and American Legion. Veterans and their families are invited to come out, share a meal, and spend the morning together.
3:30 until 5:30 p.m., Girl Scout Hut, Victory Park, Girl Scout Troop 203 is serving those who served by collecting donations for Woody’s Home for Veterans! Help us give back to those who sacrificed so much for our freedom. Or Donation Box: Minden Blend, 725 Main Street, Minden, LA 71055. We’re accepting snacks, men’s clothing, house shoes, and hygiene items. Every donation counts! Questions or drop-offs? Contact gstroop203.lati@gmail.com.