VFW Auxiliary honors Clayton PD for service

Megan Broome/The Clayton Tribune. VFW Auxiliary Post 4570 recently donated gift certificates to the Clayton Police Department to thank them for their service to the community. 

“It’s just our way to show support and show that we appreciate them,” said Teresa Hopper, Jr. Vice President of the Auxiliary. 

The gift certificates were presented to veterans Chief of Police Andy Strait and Investigator Matt Thomas. 

“As a veteran and law enforcement officer, it means a lot to know that we have the support of the local VFW, veterans and the community,” Strait said about the donation. “It really brightens our day to know they are behind us.” 

Pictured from left are Brett Jarrard, auxiliary president, Cindy O’Neil, auxiliary treasurer, Chief of Police Andy Strait, Investigator Matt Thomas and Teresa Hopper, auxiliary Jr. vice president.