Hometown Heroes

HOMETOWN HERO PROGRAM

Do you know a past or present member of the military or a first responder, whose achievements and/or service to the community or surrounding area goes unnoticed?

We’re searching for those selfless veterans and first responders who have done inspirational acts for their families, businesses, churches, schools, communities or their country to make them better — and improve the lives of those around them.

2025 Hometown Hero Nomination Form

2025 Hometown Hero Nomination

2025 First Responder Hometown Hero Nomination Form

2025 First Responder Hometown Hero Nomination

HOMETOWN HEROES
AWARD CEREMONY

DATE: Tuesday, July 8th, 2025

TIME: 6 pm

PLACE: Froggy Free Stage at the Fairgrounds

Get your spot early to see the Hometown Heroes ceremony on the Froggy Free Stage and then see our Grandstand Entertainment at the All-Finish Concrete Grandstand at the Titan Machinery Stage!

NOMINATION REQUIREMENTS

Nominees must have served between 1940-2020
Nominees must still be living
Nominee must live in a 75-100 mile radius
Nominators are asked to read the entry on stage at the Hometown Hero program
Hometown Heroes will be announced at the Hometown Hero Program on Thursday, July 4th, 2025