Kokomo Military Appreciation Days

Kokomo area businesses will be participating in Military Appreciation Days this week. The eight day event, led by local businesses, honors

veterans and active military personnel by offering them eight days of discounts. This is the third year for the annual event.

Military Appreciation Days kicked-off with a ceremony inside City Hall where Kokomo Mayor Goodnight offered a proclamation declaring November 7 – 14 “Military Appreciation Days.”

“We’re hoping that veterans, active duty personnel and their families see how much they are appreciated,” said Mayor Goodnight. “The community doesn’t always know how to show their appreciation. Military Appreciation Days will be a chance to do that.”

“I am very honored to be asked to participate in the HowardCounty and City of Kokomo Veterans Day Observance,” said Major General David L. Harris, who participated in the ceremony. Major General Harris is an Indiana native and former officer with the Indiana National Guard, Second Brigade in Kokomo. “I have witnessed firsthand the long and consistent support to our veterans that the Howard County Veterans Association and the City of Kokomo have provided…10 years of consistent war and hundreds of thousands of new veterans, have created a humble and reassured feeling to see this level of commitment from a community!” Major General Harris is currently the director of the National Guard Bureau domestic operations and force development in Arlington, VA.

Veterans and active duty personnel may receive free meals and discounts from over 70 local area businesses. For a map of locations of participating businesses visit www.kokomotribute.com.

“Howard County is once again honored to participate in an event to honor our local Veterans,” said Tyler Moore, President-Howard County Board of Commissioners. “We Americans owe so much to these men and women who sacrificed so much for the freedoms we so often take for granted, and Rick Riddle, Gary Loveless and other Military Appreciation Days organizers have found a perfect way to show our appreciation to our Veterans again this year. The Howard County Board of Commissioners salutes our Veterans and wishes to convey our sincere thanks to the local businesses who are helping make Military Appreciation Days in HowardCounty possible!”

The founder of Kokomo’s Military Appreciation Days is Rick Riddle, manager of the Golden Corral restaurant. His restaurant has provided free meals for veterans for t the past several years. “2011 Military Appreciation Days Honorary Chairmen, Mayor Greg Goodnight, County Commissioners President Tyler Moore and Major General David L. Harris have given their support and taken a leadership role in helping us attain our 2011 mission statement.”

There are more than 28,000 Hoosiers serving in the National Guard and reserves, and 500,000-plus veterans in Indiana. Indiana ranks fourth in the nation for active duty National Guardsmen/Reservists. HowardCounty is home to 8,000 veterans, which is the highest per capita of any county in the State of Indiana.

Following is a list of discounts available :

Golden Corral

Free Thank You meal to all Active Military and Veterans November 14th 11am – 9 PM

Ivy Tech Community College/Stars and Stripes Club

Free Pancake Breakfast for Veterans and Military Personnel Nov. 11 7;30 AM – 10:30 AM – Student Services Building. Donations accepted for non-veterans

Eriks Chevrolet

$9 oil change, most cars and light duty trucks, excludes diesel, synthetic and semi synthetic up to 6qts of oil and a/c delco oil filter

Hobson Cleaners

15% off all dry cleaning (excluding wedding/keepsakes, leather and alterations)

Windmill Grill

50% of breakfast, lunch or dinner Nov. 7-14

VFW Post 1152

We will pay first years dues for the first 50 troops or veterans that apply as well as new 3×5 high quality American flag (made in USA) Veterans & troops that qualify as a member of the VFW must have …

H.E. McGonical

$9 Oil Change with ID and copy of registration – stardard oil change only may exclude diesel and high performance or specialty vehicles- good for veterans and active military on Buick, Cadillac and G…

Don Lowry Lanes

Military member may bowl at no charge when accompanied by other paying bowlers Nov. 7-14.

Family Video

One free rental per day with Miliary ID November 7-14

Family Video

One free rental per day with Military ID, Nov. 7-14

Richard’s Restaurant

FREE on Nov. 11: 2 eggs, toast and coffee. Sub/Salad Bar as a side with meal purchase no charge Mon-Fri.

Harley-Davidson of Kokomo

Show us your Military I.D. Nov. 7-12 and receive 10% off on all Harley-Davidson Licensed Products. (Some exclusions may apply)

City Tire

Alignment for $45 from Nov. 7-14

Sweet Poppins

Nov. 8-11 Buy 1 bag of gourmet flavored chocolate covered popcorn and get 1 bag same size half off

Culver’s

FREE Value Basket for all Veterans with ID on Nov. 7th

Sharpless Chiropractic Center

Chiropractic adjustment fee at $20 per office visit Nov 7-11 ($15 Discount)

Wildcat Creek Golf Course

Only $1 per hole for green fee and cart for Veterans Nov. 7-12

Applebee’s

All Veterans will eat FREE on Nov. 11th (Choice from a selected menu only – Drinks and gratuity are not included)

Little Caesar’s Pizza

Buy one crazy bread get one order of crazy bread FREE

Courtyard by Marriott

$77 for a night stay with breakfast included in our king or double rooms. If an overnight stay is not wanted we would be happy to offer 50% off of our full breakfast buffet.

Sam’s Club

Join or renew your Sam’s Club Membership and receive a $15 Gift Card

Hoosier Wholesale

We would like to offer a 10% discount to all our veterans. This offer excludes candy.

PASTArrific Italian Restaurant

20% discount on food. 10% cannot be applied on tax and alcoholic beverages and cannot be applied for group party of four or more.

Kokomo Honda Dealer

20% off all parts and accessories

Bagwell Events

11% discount on all US and military flags

Discount Tire Co.

$50 off any set of tires or wheels or $100 off a set of tires and wheels

Pet’s Supplies Plus

10% Discount Nov 7-14

Button Motors

$9 oil change with ID and copy of registration – standard oil change only may exclude diesel and high performance of specialized vehicles – good for veterans and active military on Jeep, Chrysler and …

Hochstedler Floorcoverings

10% off materials only. Excludes tax & install. Not valid with any other discounts. Participants must present Military ID.

Shoe Carnival

10% off total purchase EVERYDAY! Nov. 7-14

Palmer’s Jewelery Inc.

FREE American flag tack to all veterans and active Military personnel while supplies last.

Indiana University-Kokomo

The admissions fee will be waived for any veteran who applies during this week for any undergraduate or graduate program

IBN SAUD GROTTO

Fish Fry Nov. 8 – FREE all you can eat 11am-7pm

Master Creations Jewelry

65% off everything in stock minus watches & sterling silver

Adams Auto Group

$8 oil change with ID and copy of registration. Standard oil change only, excludes diesel and high performance or specialty vehicles. Veterans and active military only.

Sir Speedy

10% off your invoice total Nov. 7-14

Whiskey Creek Wood Fire Grill

Nov. 9: Veterans receive FREE 8oz flat iron steak with a purchase of another entree

Mancino’s Pizza and Grinders

15% discount on any regular priced menu item. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Discount for Veteran only.

Kokomo Auto World

Oil and filter service ck and top all fluids ck air pressure in tires Mulit point inspection for $9 excludes diesel and full synthetic vehicles on Ford, Honda and Toyota vehicles only – Appointment ne…

Esther’s Place Boutique

20% off anything in the store

Bob Evans

FREE dessert for all military personnel for military appreciation days Nov. 7-14, 2011

Spectrum Photography

25% discount on any non-wedding session, excluding specials thru. Dec. 31, 2011 (call for appointment)

Sunset Memory Garden Funeral Home & Cemetery

10% VFW Affinity discount for funeral plans November 7-14

Lucas Home Furnishings

20% discount off our lowest marked prices on any purchase November 7-14 (Exclusions apply)

Cook McDoogal’s Irish Pub

Free McDoogal Balls appetizer with any entree purchase

Texas Roadhouse

FREE Dinner on November 11, 2011 from 11am-2pm. Must choose from selected dinners

Half Moon Restaurant & Brewery

FREE entree up to $15 value from 11am-11pm on Nov. 8th. Offer valid for any active military personnel or veteran

All Pro Plumbing, Inc.

$25 off any invoice Nov. 7-14 or call for a $25 coupon on future purchase (may not be combined with other offers)

Frittatas

FREE soft drink or coffee with any purchase good thru November 7-14, 2011

McGavic Outdoor Power Equipment

FREE blade sharpening on November 11

Country Squire Carry Out

Friday November 11 – 50% off any single dinner or snack for any current or retired veteran

Eastside Barbershop

$1 off haircuts

Plate Street Grill

For all active military personnel and veterans you will reveive 10% off your total purchase Nov. 7-14

Waffle House

10% discount on your total bill Nov. 7-14th

Shear Bliss Salon

50% off all hair services for men and women. By appointment only Nov. 7-12

Healing Hands Natural Therapy Spa

$15 off any regular $50 per hour massage ($35 per hour)

Noah’s Ark Animal Clinic & Canine Salon

FREE pet exam and 10% off services

Flick Massage Therapy

$20 Massage fee for 30 minute session ($15 discount) or a 60 minute massage for $35 ($15 discount)

Martino’s Italian Villa

Martino’s Italian Villa would like to offer 50% off any entree to any active military personnel and veterans Nov. 9-10

Top of the Line Auto Detail

10% Discount on any of your detailing services. Can be used at either location: 535 Alto Road or 225 S Union

Top of the Line Auto Detail

10% Discount on any of your detailing services. Can be used at either location: 535 Alto Road or 225 S Union

Mike’s Car Wash

FREE express wash Veteran’s Day Nov. 11 only 7am-9pm

Jim’s Pizza

We are offering a 20% discount on all orders to any veteran!

Community First Bank of Indiana

Any military personnel who opens a new checking account with CFB, we will purchase their first order of Forever Free patriotic checks – All 3 Kokomo locations

Community First Bank of Indiana

Any military personnel who opens a new checking account with CFB, we will purchase their first order of Forever Free patriotic checks – All 3 Kokomo locations

Community First Bank of Indiana

Any military personnel who opens a new checking account with CFB, we will purchase their first order of Forever Free patriotic checks – All 3 Kokomo locations

Wendy’s of Kokomo

$1 off any regular combo or entree size salad Nov. 7-12

Wendy’s of Kokomo

$1 off any regular combo or entree size salad Nov. 7-12

Wendy’s of Kokomo

$1 off any regular combo or entree size salad Nov. 7-12

Wendy’s of Kokomo

$1 off any regular combo or entree size salad Nov. 7-12

Domino’s Pizza

Military Personnel receive 50% off menu price on all items November 7-14, 2011.

Domino’s Pizza

Military Personnel receive 50% off menu price on all items November 7-14, 2011.

Great Clips

$2 off a haircut. This discount is offered all year! Must show Military ID

Great Clips

$2 off a haircut. This discount is offered all year! Must show Military ID

Dairy Queen

10% off any purchase. (151 S. Reed Rd. Location only)

Bona Vista’s Military Appreciation Day

Come join us on Veteran’s Day for free giveaways, prizes, snacks, and access to local agency resources. Nov. 11, 2011 – 11:00am – 1:00pm Downtown Kokomo (Corner of Union and Superior)

Veterans Memorial March

The march will start at the VFW Post 1152 and end at the Golden Corral. This march is in memory of the brave men and women that were lost in Iraq and Afgahnistan.