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Balloons Over Vermilion adds patriotic �are to festivities

Jordan Crook Jul 2, 2018

As participants enter the grounds of the Vermilion Regional Airport on July 13 for

Balloon Over Vermilion they will be greeted with hundreds of American �ags lining

Bowman Avenue and the terminal drive placed carefully by the Patriot Guard Riders.

“We want to show our appreciation for those who serve and have served our great

country”, stated Jim Anderson event co-chair.Ad ✕

Jordan Crook

The patriotic theme continues in Friday’s opening ceremony at 6:00 p.m. that will

feature the world-renowned voice of Chicago Blackhawk’s tenor Jim Cornelison singing

the National Anthem.

Cornelison is a multi-talented singer who has set the gold standard across the country

with his powerful, legendary, traditional rendition of our nation’s most iconic tune.

“You don’t want to miss this exceptional talent right here in our own back yard” said Pat

O’Shaughnessy event co-chair. “If you aren’t familiar with him he has many videos on

You Tube and his web site is Jimcornelison.com” added O’Shaughnessy.

A Texan T-6 warbird �own by Jay Schroeder will soar overhead immediately following

the anthem. First responders and the American Legion Riders motorcycle club will lead

the Parade of Pilots as they take the �eld and prepare for a mass ascension of over 30

hot air balloons. The balloons will return for a massive glow and the evening’s grand

�nale will feature a new spectacular laser light show.

Saturday’s special events include a classic car show hosted by the Illiana Antique Auto

Club, Sand Volleyball tournament and Balloon School.