Students and community members across Kewaunee County had several opportunities Wednesday to thank the men and women who have served their country in the military.

In Casco, Holy Trinity School welcomed several local veterans for a morning of faith, prayer, and gratitude.

In Kewaunee, students and teachers filled the high school gymnasium, where more than a dozen area veterans were seated at center court. Students expressed their gratitude through speeches, while the high school band performed. You can watch the assembly here.

Sgt. Shawn Siebold pulled double duty Wednesday, delivering the keynote address at Veterans Day ceremonies in Kewaunee and Algoma. A Kewaunee native, Siebold reflected on how his dedication to serving his community and country did not begin when he joined the U.S. Army or the National Guard. Instead, it started when he was a young Cub Scout collecting canned goods for the area's food pantry. He encouraged others to give back to their communities in their own ways.

The Algoma ceremony also featured musical selections from the choir and band, recognition of the veterans in attendance and a video featuring alumni currently serving on active duty in the military. You can watch the full video below.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, more than 1,000 veterans call Kewaunee County home.