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The unmistakable theme for the 2026 Vietnam War Veterans Day at Three Rivers College was, “Thank you for your service.”
Friday’s efforts to show appreciation to the veterans who returned home from Vietnam without being honored were mixed with tears, applause, and memories.
Special recognition was given to veterans Ricardo Rios of Ripley County and the late Famous Lee Lane of Poplar Bluff. Rios’ Silver Star has been upgraded to the Distinguished Service Cross, the United States Army’s second-highest military decoration for soldiers who…