BOSSIER CITY, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — The Northwest Louisiana Veterans Home honored its residents with a Veterans Day parade this morning, celebrating the service of 140 veterans living at the facility.

The parade was organized as a way to express gratitude not only to the home's residents but to all who have served in the military. The staff collaborated with local schools and organizations to make the event possible.

"I wish we could celebrate them every single day, and we try our best," said Karen Steadman, Marketing Director of the Northwest Louisiana Veterans Home. "But, this time of year, we just do a big blowout and make sure that they all know how much we love them."

Mary Thomas, who served for nine years in the United States Air Force, expressed her appreciation for the recognition o

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