Dayton Dragons to honor Operation Cherrybend ‘Hometown Heroes’
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DAYTON, Ohio — The Dayton Dragons will recognize Operation Cherrybend as a “Hometown Heroes” recipient during a special inning break of the Dragons game on Thursday, June 17 against the Fort Wayne TinCaps at Day Air Ballpark. The game will start at 7:05 p.m.
The Dayton Dragons shine the spotlight on the military, past and present, through the Hometown Heroes program. This program hosts military families at every Dragons game, recognizes outstanding military organizations and individuals and welcomes the newest members of the armed forces during special ceremonies.
Operation Cherrybend is a non-profit located in nearby Wilmington. Their mission is to thank veterans for their courage, selflessness, and sacrifice to our country. Through that, they also hope to educate the general public about the trials and challenges of wounded veterans and veterans in general.