Boy Scouts collecting aged U.S. flags

Hiram’s Boy Scout Troop 007 is collecting United States Flags that are no longer in a condition to be displayed or flown.

The Boy Scouts will prepare, fold and retire these flags in a dignified way.

Flags may be dropped off at Hiram City Hall Administration, 217 Main St., for them to be prepared for the ceremony at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 8 at Ben Hill Strickland Sr. Memorial Park, 372 Oak St., Hiram.

Information: cityofhiramga.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=310.

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