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Patriotic rally to honor and support U.S. troops on Friday in Indian Beach

Senior Airman Brittany Auld/U.S. Air Force
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Community members in Indian Beach are gathering Friday evening to send a message of gratitude to those serving in uniform. The patriotic rally to honor and support our troops kicks off at 6:00 PM at the parking lot located at 1502 Salter Path Road.

Organizers say the event is open to all who want to show appreciation for the sacrifices made by our military, past and present. The informal program will include the National Anthem, a community prayer for those in harm’s way, and an open mic for attendees to share their support.

Those planning to attend are encouraged to bring their own chairs, American flags, and yellow cloth ribbons.

The gathering is expected to last about an hour. It’s described as a positive, peaceful way to kick off the weekend while keeping service members and their families in mind.

Annette is an award-winning journalist based in Eastern North Carolina. Her career includes professional stops across the Midwest, Pacific Northwest, and Southeast, recently culminating in a 2026 Region 8 Edward R. Murrow Award for Small Market Radio Best News Series for her work on the Camp Lejeune Justice Act Series. Guided by a passion for human-interest storytelling, she focuses on narratives that touch hearts and connect communities. A mother of four and grandmother of two, Annette enjoys reading and creating epic Halloween costumes in her spare time. If you have a story idea to share, please reach out by email to westona@cravencc.edu.