Mike Accepting the Award Honoring Service Beyond the Uniform: Lorain Celebrates Its 2026 Veteran of the Year In a heartfelt gathering that highlighted both military service and continued community impact, the Lorain Veterans Council recognized Army veteran Mike Kachure as its 2026 Veteran of the Year. The ceremony, held at the Italian American Veterans Post 1 hall in Lorain and hosted by Jewish War Veterans Post 222, brought together veterans, community leaders, and supporter