Corpus Christi (KIIi News) — The Rotary Club of Corpus Christi spent Monday afternoon making sure the newest statue honoring the Coastal Bend military heroes is marked by patriotism by dedicating the latest addition-- Flags for Heroes.
The project is a joint effort between the sheriff's department, fire department, and police to provide the opportunity for the community to sponsor American flags to honor our heroes.
For just $50 people can put the name of their hero on each flag in a way to say thank you. Over 600-flags were dedicated Monday in Ropes Park.
"I really appreciate the people of Corpus Christi because the people of Corpus Christi loves its heroes and I'm so proud to be a citizen in this community," said Alan Wilson, president of the Rotary Club.
The flags will stay up until Sept. 15 during the week of 9/11.
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