INEZ — The Marion Hale 672 Masonic Lodge swung its doors open Thursday to welcome veterans, active military personnel and first responders to dinner.

Soon guests filled the hall to enjoy the good food and fellowship.

Richard Hanson, the Master of the lodge, greeted and welcomed the guests.

“We always welcome any veterans and first responders,” he said.

Hale spoke of how the lodge aims to make events like Thursday a regular occurrence.

“We hope to give the community something to look forward to and hopefully become a part of.”