World War II veterans get free flights to Washington

URBANA – James Kelly gave to his country in the form of service as a Marine at Iwo Jima, so it's only fair he gets a little back.

At 87, the Urbana man plans to take advantage of a free trip to Washington, D.C., for World War II veterans.

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