During Brinnon’s Loyalty Day Parade

During Brinnon’s Loyalty Day Parade

Brinnon celebrates love of country: Loyalty Day draws praise of officials

BRINNON — The annual Loyalty Day Parade drew about 100 people to this south county town to celebrate patriotism.

“If you want to see what America is all about, come on down to Brinnon for this parade,” said Jefferson County Sheriff Tony Hernandez, one of several elected officials who attended Friday’s festivities.

“This is a symbol of what community means, to see the children sing ‘Yankee Doodle’ and see the veterans who paid the price to be free.”

ADVERTISEMENT
0 seconds of 0 secondsVolume 0%
Press shift question mark to access a list of keyboard shortcuts
00:00
00:00
00:00
 

The parade of about 25 floats and participants took about six minutes from start to finish before a 10-minute ceremony that included a pledge to the U.S. flag, a rendition of “Yankee Doodle Dandy” and a presentation of awards.

The Patriot Award went to Home Port Marina.

Also receiving awards were:

■   Carol Nydegger, citizen of the year.

■   Gary Johnson, firefighter of the year.

■   Shannon Fettig, emergency medical technician of the year.

■   Brandon Przygocki, law enforcement officer of the year.

The parade was also intended to be the “inauguration” of George Sickel as honorary mayor, but Sickel, who is recovering from surgery, could not attend.

Members of the Veteran of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary served lunch at the Brinnon Booster Club after the ceremony.

The Veterans of Foreign Wars created the national Loyalty Day in 1921 to show patriotism and love of country.

In 1958, Congress made Loyalty Day a permanent fixture.

It is observed nationwide May 1. The Brinnon parade is held the last Friday in April.

“This is the kickoff for the summer season,” said Jefferson County Commissioner David Sullivan, who was attending his 10th Loyalty Day Parade.

“The kids always bring a lot to it,” he added.

“They have a lot of enthusiasm, and it’s not just about the ice cream.”

________

Jefferson County Editor Charlie Bermant can be reached at 360-385-2335 or cbermant@peninsuladailynews.com.

More in News

Family members of the late Mike McAleer, from left, McAleer’s wife, Shannon Burke, son Michael McAleer and daughter Colleen McAleer, accept the Clallam Economic Development Council’s Olympic Leader Award at Friday’s annual EDC Gala at 7 Cedars Casino in Blyn. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)
Former volunteer named Olympic Leader at EDC gala

Mike McAleer served on boards, provided support

Jefferson County discusses rules for rental units

Public comments to be accepted through Friday

U.S. Rep. Emily Randall, D-Bremerton, speaks about current issues during a town hall meeting on Saturday in the Little Theater at Peninsula College in Port Angeles. Several hundred people attended, including an overflow audience in the Pirate Union Building. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)
Town hall

U.S. Rep. Emily Randall, D-Bremerton, speaks about current issues during a town… Continue reading

Firefighters rescue woman from house fire

Firefighters and neighbors rescued a woman and three dogs following… Continue reading

Firefighters from East Jefferson Fire Rescue extinguished an RV fire early Monday morning on Marrowstone Island. (East Jefferson Fire Rescue)
Firefighters put out RV fire on Marrowstone Island

East Jefferson Fire Rescue extinguished an RV fire in… Continue reading

Soroptimist International of Sequim’s Medical Loan Closet seeks a business or community organization that can take advantage of its nonprofit status to provide it with an 800- to 1,000-square-foot space. (Soroptimist International of Sequim)
Soroptimists seek partner for Medical Loan Closet

Soroptimist International of Sequim’s Medical Loan Closet has provided free… Continue reading

x
Shop With a Hero program partners with Mariners

The Clallam County Shop With a Hero team has… Continue reading

Celebrations set this week for World Water Day

The Elwha Legacy Forests Coalition and the Earth Law… Continue reading

Forum to discuss Charter Review Commission

The Clallam County Democrats will host a forum on… Continue reading

Jeannine Vaughn of Carlsborg looks a gems and jewelry at a display table operated by Steve Morgan of Joyce-based Lil’ Log Cabin Creations on Saturday at the Clallam County Rock, Gem and Jewelry Show at Vern Burton Community Center in Port Angeles. The show, hosted by the Clallam County Gem & Mineral Association, brought together rock enthusiasts with vendor booths and demonstrations highlighting the hobby. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)
Gem show

Jeannine Vaughn of Carlsborg looks a gems and jewelry at a display… Continue reading

Sequim City Council members will discuss March 24 how the city’s Fourth of July fireworks display, pictured in 2022, impacts wildlife and residents. Local advocates made the request to council members in February to stop the fireworks display and move the drone show away from wildlife habitat at Carrie Blake Community Park. (Michael Dashiell/Olympic Peninsula News Group file)
Sequim City Council to discuss fireworks

Grassroots group advocates for changes

Interact Club members fill jugs and buckets in the Dungeness River for the annual Walk for Water event on March 1. They walk about 4 miles roundtrip to symbolize how far some people must go for drinking water. They raised more than $5,000 to help build a well in a Ghana village. (John Pehrson)
Sequim High students raise money through Walk for Water

Interact Club helps fund another well in Ghana