The Veterans Appreciation Dinner, an annual event held by metro vets, was this year hosted by the Clearwater American Legion. In true Minnesota style, the main course of the meal was none other than tater tot hotdish. 

Traditionally veterans from the St. Cloud VA are guests at the dinner, but due to staffing difficulties they were unable to attend this year. However, the event was still enjoyed by other area veterans, who first gathered to catch up with friends and acquaintances before queuing up for meal.