ABOVE: U.S. Navy veteran Ken Geringer reacts Thursday as members of Scott City Elementary's Honor Choir surround him with hugs after their performance at the Missouri Veterans Home. RIGHT: From left, Heather Phillips, Carly Gloth, Cole Bigham and Danielle Beard of Scott City Elementary's Honor Choir sing "Battle Hymn of the Republic" at the veterans home.
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