Area veterans organizations and residents gathered at the Grundy County Courthouse lawn Sunday to pay tribute to the men and women who have served and are serving in the U.S. military.

The group gathered for the annual Veterans Day observance, which included a short parade from Chapin Park to the courthouse and was comprised of school bands, girl and boy scout troops, local first responders and veterans groups.

At the courthouse, veterans organization leaders gave short remarks on the day and its meaning.