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Henderson Celebrates Patriotic Roots - Names Nellis Airmen as Heritage Parade Grand Marshals
Special anniversary honors city's 59-year history, traditions & community spirit with parade, car show & international festival
April 18, 2012
FOR IMMEDIATE NEWS RELEASE
PLEASE CONTACT NICOLE JOHNSON, (702) 267-2110
WHAT: Five airmen from Nellis Air Force Base will proudly serve as grand marshals at this weekend’s Henderson Heritage Parade. Each was hand selected by Nellis officials for their exemplary service, extraordinary accolades and dedication to protecting our great nation. Below is the list of the honorees’ names.
Senior Airman Jackson Rogers
Recently returned from deployment to Afghanistan; Pararescue, 58th Rescue Squadron
Senior Airman Jonah Hendrickson
432 WG Airman of the Year, 42nd Attack Squadron
Senior Airman Tyler Jones
Airman of the Year, ACC; Competing for 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year, 99th Communications Squadron
Staff Sergeant Howard Schmitz
Returned from deployment to Afghanistan; Aircraft Crew Chief, 232nd Operations Squadron
Tech Sergeant Angela Pollard
Recently returned from deployment; 99th Medical Dental Operations Squadron
As part of their duties, the airmen will lead the parade procession through the historic Water Street District. Each entry will be uniquely decorated to the theme, “Magnesium to Magnificent,” which commemorates Henderson, from its birth as a small industrial town built to supply magnesium for the Allies in World War II to its incorporation in 1953 and as it stands today, a vision to be America’s premier community.
The Heritage Parade & Festival is a special birthday celebration for Henderson, honoring the city’s rich history and traditions, 59 years in the making. This Saturday, the community will have the chance to come together for the day to and enjoy a variety of family-friendly festivities, which include a parade, classic car show, live entertainment, international food and more. Admission is complimentary.
For additional information, visit HendersonLive.com or call the City of Henderson Cultural Arts & Tourism Department at (702) 267-2171. Find us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.
WHEN & WHERE:
Saturday, April 21
10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street, Water Street District
EVENT SCHEDULE:
Mayor & Council Breakfast - 8 a.m.-9 a.m. - Henderson Convention Center
HERITAGE PARADE - 10 a.m. - WATER STREET DISTRICT
Heritage Festival - 11 a.m.-7 p.m. - Henderson Events Plaza
Heritage Classic Car Show - 12 p.m.-6 p.m. - Water Street District
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