Southport, N.C. (WECT) – The annual naturalization ceremony brought people from all different backgrounds to Fort Johnston’s Visitor Center in Southport.
The ceremony was a celebration of hard work, patience, and patriotism. For Leidys Buenaventura, a new U.S. citizen. She has waited for this day for 11 years.
“It’s like a reward in the United States,” Buenaventura said. “I’m from Colombia and I’m so happy…