A large crowd filled the grandstands at the Clermont County Fairgrounds to pay tribute to area veterans, current military personnel and their families Thursday, July 30.

The event was organized by Clermont County Commissioner Bob Proud during the fair to show support to the American military both past and present.

“I want to welcome everyone,” said Proud. “We have a number of veterans with us here tonight and I want to urge everyone to acknowledge those veterans and thank them for their service to our country.”