Woodford Veterans Commission

09/18/2026

POW/MIA Ceremony

09/18/2026

Join Woodford County on Friday, Sept. 18 for National POW/MIA Recognition Day as we honor the service members who were captured, missing or never returned home.

📍 Versailles: 10 a.m. at The District

📍 Midway: 1 p.m. at Midway Cemetery

The Versailles ceremony will include the story of local World War II POW Charles Leslie Kaenzig, followed by a reception and information for veterans and their families. Everyone is encouraged to bring military memorabilia to display at the reception!

09/18/2026

This Friday, September 18th, 2026, is National POW/MIA Recognition Day. Around the U.S., many observances will have one table set apart from the rest. It’s small, dignified, and set for someone who isn't there.

It's called the Missing Man Table, and every object on it carries deliberate meaning:
The table itself is small, representing the frailty of one prisoner standing alone against his captors. A white tablecloth speaks to the purity of that person's intentions in answering the call to serve. A single red rose, often tied with a yellow or red ribbon, honors the blood that may have been shed — and the families who still bear witness, demanding their return. A slice of lemon and a scattering of salt on the bread plate mark a bitter fate and the tears of those left waiting. The glass sits inverted, since the missing cannot share in a toast. A Bible represents the faith that sustains those still hoping. The black napkin represents the plain truth that what became of them remains unknown. And an empty chair reserved for the missing.

The POW/MIA flag placed at this table exists as a reminder that more than 1,565 Americans remain unaccounted for from the Vietnam War alone and reflects only one conflict, among several, of which families are still waiting for answers.
Learn more about the Missing Man Table and its history at the link in our bio.

09/18/2026

POW MIA DAY

Today, on National POW/MIA Recognition Day, we honor the Americans who endured captivity and those who never returned home. We remember their sacrifice, stand with their families, and reaffirm our Nation’s promise: You are not forgotten.

08/27/2026

Please join us to honor our heroes this Saturday!

Thank you to Doug and Valerie Day for all their work in organizing this great Military Freedom Festival at the County Park. Doug and Valerie Day dedicate their lives to honoring and recognizing our Veterans and American Heroes. They travel all over Kentucky hosting recognitions and ceremonies that honor our heroes.

Woodford County has a strong history and heritage since the founding of our Nation sending our best and brightest to serve our Country. Our Woodford Post 67, American Legion, our Commission, the Cities and the County all work together to support our Veterans and Active Duty Military.

Thank you to Jack Kain Ford for all their support for Veterans and the Festival.

This year our community will come together to celebrate America250 and honor the men and women who make an our freedoms possible.

See you on Saturday!

08/21/2026

🇺🇸 Join us for the 24th Annual Woodford County Military Freedom Festival! 🇺🇸

This is a free, family-friendly event, and everyone is invited to attend!

📅 Date: Saturday, August 29th

⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM

📍 Location: Falling Springs Parks and Recreation Parking Lot

Presented in partnership with the City of Versailles, City of Midway, the Woodford County Fiscal Court, the Woodford Veterans Commission, Woodford Post 67 of the American Legion and to celebrate America 250, this year’s festival features a fantastic lineup of live music, delicious food, local vendors, and a silent auction running all day long!

🎶 Main Stage Schedule of Events:
* 9:30 AM – Opening Ceremony (Opening Prayer & National Anthem during the Raising of the American Flag)
* 10:00 AM – David Hilen with Collins and Cox
* 11:00 AM – Hickory Ridge Band
* 12:00 PM – Trailer Trash Band
* 1:00 PM – Caleb Florence
* 2:00 PM – DistraXions Band
* 3:00 PM – Ralph Curtis and The Nashville Imposters
* 4:15 PM – Closing Prayer

🍔 Food, Shopping & Fun:

Come hungry! We will have a variety of food trucks and local craft vendors set up on-site. Don’t forget to swing by the Silent Auction to bid on some incredible items, with proceeds supporting local veterans' initiatives.

To all who have worn the uniform: Thank you for your service! We can't wait to see you all there on August 29th!

👉 Please share this post to help us spread the word and pack the parking lot at Falling Springs!



City of Versailles, Kentucky
Midway, KY City Hall
Kentucky National Guard
America250
Woodford Post 67, American Legion
Woodford County, Kentucky

08/21/2026

Sat. Aug 22nd

08/21/2026

Congrats