August 29, 2024 – The Franklin County Commissioners and Penn National Golf Club & Inn have made the difficult decision to cancel the 8th Annual Franklin County Veterans Affairs Golf Tournament scheduled for August 30. The decision was made after an unknown individual made an unspecified threat against tournament participants earlier this week.
“The safety of everyone – our staff, our volunteers, our competitors and the residents of Penn National – is our highest priority,” said Dean Horst, chairman of the Franklin County Commissioners. “This tournament has always been about honoring and supporting our veterans, and we are disappointed that the cowardly actions of one individual ruined this year's event.”
All proceeds from the golf tournament will benefit the Franklin County Veterans Affairs Outreach Fund, which supports a variety of programs and services for Franklin County's more than 13,000 veterans. Sponsors and event attendees may request a refund by contacting the Franklin County Veterans Affairs Office at 717-263-4326 or [email protected]. Otherwise, contributions to this year's event will benefit the Outreach Fund as originally intended.
