 Well, the All Veterans Memorial for Crow and County was dedicated on Veterans Day. And for this week's community spotlight, Sarah Winkelman shows us the new addition to the memorial. 11-11-11 is very significant because that was the signing of the Armistice of World War I, which was the war to end all wars. So on November 11th at 11 o'clock, it only seemed fitting to dedicate the updated All Veterans Memorial. To all veterans who have served or are serving, men and women who have been all over this world defending our freedom. The current memorial only went up to the Vietnam War. In organizers felt it was time to update for veterans a more recent war and conflict. I've had an ad hoc group of veterans that have worked for two and a half years to make this just right. When designing the memorial, extra thought went into what words should be used, including remembering those often forgotten that served in times of peace. Very moving and emotional experience for those people who will see this. A veteran came up here to the front of the memorial and saluted the memorial. That's what it's all about. It's about the Gold Star Mothers and it's about the families that have supported veterans throughout the years and the ages. Nearly 20 years ago, the first part of the memorial was put into place and some of the members of that crew have continued to be involved. Person was an immense pleasure for us to be able to put this up here to honor all the men and women who served in this area. Having this one put up now and how it's turned out and having it built so there's a meditation center in the middle of both of these monuments I think is fantastic. Even though it is not yet quite complete, it already carries a very important message. To honor all veterans every day, not just one day of the year. Nancy hopes this will soon be a destination for veterans and their families. A place for people to come and reflect. Reporting in Brainerd, Sarah Winckelman, Lakeland News. The all veterans memorials located in Laurel Street in Brainerd next to the Crowing County Courthouse. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.