Solon High School is proud to invite all active-duty personnel and veterans to attend “Armed Forces Night” Friday, September 12 at the Mt Vernon Mustangs vs. Solon Spartans football game.

This special event is a tribute to the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our nation. All active-duty personnel and veterans will be admitted free of charge with proof of service. The evening will feature a series of pre-game festivities, including the Presentation of our nation’s colors by the Solon American Legion’s Color Guard, the Mt. Vernon American Legion’s Color Guard, the sophomore football team, and the Iowa National Guard.

Also, the “Honored Veteran” of the night will be introduced and all active-duty personnel and veterans will be honored on the field during a special halftime ceremony.

The frosh-soph game kicks off at 5:00 p.m. with varsity to follow at 7:30 p.m.