Fort Riley, in conjunction with VFW Post 1281 in Herington, will host a Wreaths Across America ceremony at the post cemetery on Saturday, Dec. 12 at 11 a.m.

U.S. Army Garrison Commander Col. Andrew Cole, Jr. is this year’s guest speaker. He, along with other service representatives, will place ceremonial wreaths for each of the armed forces, the Coast Guard, Merchant Marines and POWs/MIAs. Afterward, wreaths will be placed on individual military gravesites in the cemetery.

Wreaths Across America is held the second Saturday in December, with simultaneous observances held in more than 700 locations in 50 states and 24 national veteran ceremonies on foreign soil. The intent is to remind people that “Every Stone Has a Story” and to teach younger generations about the value of honoring those who sacrificed to protect America’s freedoms. The organization’s motto is “Remember, Honor, Teach.”

The Fort Riley ceremony is made possible through donations and volunteers. This is the ninth year Fort Riley has been involved with the annual event.