GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Tributes in honor of Veterans Day took place across northeast Wisconsin on Monday.
Local businesses shared their appreciation for area veterans and active service members who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
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“They can get a free donut,” said Alexis Ellis, a Dunkin’ Donuts staff member. “They come in all excited because they know they’re going to get their free donut, so it’s just nice to make people happy and give back in some way.”
For the 11th year, NewStyle Salons in the Green Bay and Appleton areas offered free haircuts to veterans. The service also included free styling and a free shampoo.
- Appleton: 3825 E. Calumet St. #700
- Greenville: 1021 Mutual Way
- Bellevue: 2015 Lime Kiln Rd.
- De Pere: 1601 Lawrence Dr.
- Green Bay: 2276 W. Mason St.
- Suamico: 2300 Lineville Rd.
“They leave with smiles on their faces, and we just thank them for their service,” said Cora Wheelock, a stylist at the Green Bay location.