The Exira Community Club held their 5^th Annual 4^th of July Kickoff event this past weekend, during which it was announced Don and Mary Greving will serve as the Grand Marshals for the 156^th Celebration, entitled “Stronger together.”

Don and Mary Greving (Photo via Exira Community Club Facebook page)

The ECC says the Greving’s raised three kids and worked in Exira. Don Greving worked for the city and recently retired after a 39-year career. He also serves with the Exira Volunteer Fire Dept. Mary started the fall festival with another woman in town many years ago.

The couple have been involved in numerous volunteer activities and events, are active in their church and Meals on Wheels.