The Wareham-New Bedford Lodge of Elks recognized Falmouth Lodge of Elks Inner Guard Ronald Teixeira at a ceremony Nov. 21 for receiving the Silver Star from Massachusetts Sen. Keating earlier in the month.

The Silver Star is the military's third highest award. At the South District Deputy’s Homecoming held at the Wareham-New Bedford Lodge Nov. 21, District Deputy Gerard Simoneau displayed a plaque recognizing Teixeira for his service in the military and the Elks.