Giving Back, Military

Free military appreciation lunch available at four Okaloosa restaurants on May 29

Cumulus Media Fort Walton Beach-Destin has partnered with Eglin Federal Credit Union to provide free lunch to current and former military service members on Thursday, May 29, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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The 16th Military Appreciation Free Lunch will be available at four locations across Okaloosa County: Task Force Pizza in Fort Walton Beach, McAlister’s Deli in Crestview, and Hot Head Burritos locations in Mary Esther and Crestview.

Anyone who has served or is currently serving in the military can participate in the event.

CJ’s Hangout in Destin will also host a Happy Hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. for those who have served the country.

The annual event represents a partnership between the local media company and the credit union to honor military service members in the area.

For more information, contact Leslie Forstman at Leslie.Forstman@cumulus.com or 850-243-2323.

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