The City of Coconut Creek is collecting worn or torn U.S. flags to be repurposed in honor of veterans and active-duty service members, through the Stars for Our Troops campaign.
Residents can drop off flags at the city’s Veterans Day ceremony on Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. at Veterans Park, 3550 Lyons Road. Flags will also be accepted at any time in the City Hall lobby, 4800 West Copans Road.
What qualifies
Donated flags must be 3 feet by 5 feet, made in the USA and have embroidered stars. Those who want to learn more about the organization can visit starsforourtroops.org.
