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Poppy Day on Friday to raise money to aid vets
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Monroe Mayor William Ross presents a contribution to the 2015 American Legion Poppy co-princesses Kalie and McKenzie Lomeli. Poppy Day is Friday. (Photo supplied)
MONROE - The Zilmer-Riley American Legion Auxiliary Unit No. 84 members and veterans will be distributing hand-made poppies Friday as part of Monroe's annual Poppy Day. Contributions to the Poppy Program are designed to benefit America's veterans nationally by helping raise money for veterans who are hospitalized and in need of care and their families.