Local clubs show their patriotism over I-75 on Independence Day

PERRY, Ga. – The Warner Robins Jeep Club and Flags over Georgia let their patriotism shine over Interstate 75 this Independence Day.

Both local clubs shared this event on Facebook and invited everyone to attend. All the attendees met up bright and early at 9 a.m. at South Perry Parkway near exit 134. Attendees and club members waved flags all morning, showing travelers on the freeway their patriotism. Attendees were responsible for bringing their own flags, but the Jeep club made sure to bring extra. They were also encouraged to bring sunscreen and their own water, to stay hydrated.

According to Jeep Club president Brad Niebrand, there were approximately 44 people who waved their flags. Niebrand said most of the members are active or retired military and first responders.

“We’re pretty much just a patriotic group, so anything we can do to try to further that. Nowadays with the way things are going in the world, it’s not a lot of that, not as much as there should be, so we try and get out and promote it,” said Niebrand.

He remembers the experience and what it was like to stand on the bridge along with his friends.

“It’s amazing when you’re standing up there and you’re holding those flags. All the cars are honking; they’re waving at you, and it just makes you feel good, and I mean Fourth of July is an important day for this country,” said Niebrand.

The Jeep club used to do this event with Flags over Georgia at a different bridge, but due to the large number of people who attended the event, the clubs decided to do it at another bridge which led them to the interstate. They have been doing it there for two years.

Niebrand said the road to the bridge doesn’t have a lot of traffic, which makes it safer for members and attendees. He added there’s a lot of room on the bridge for parking and for attendees to walk around without standing on the street, making for a safe event to show and celebrate patriotism.

“Living in Houston County it’s a military town so we want to show our support to all the veterans that were, and veterans that are, and to all those that gave the ultimate sacrifice so we can have these freedoms that we have,” said Niebrand.

The club attends and hosts many events year round, including attending the Christmas parade in Warner Robins and participating in Toys for Tots. The club is also planning an event around September 11.

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