A Simple Friday Tradition With a Powerful Meaning.

If you spot a little more red around Benbrook today, there’s a good chance it’s intentional.

Each Friday, many Americans participate in R.E.D., which stands for “Remember Everyone Deployed.” The tradition encourages people to wear red as a visible reminder of the military members currently serving away from home and the families supporting them from afar.

It’s a simple gesture, but one that carries a meaningful message. For deployed service members, the sacrifices of military life often include missed birthdays, holidays, ballgames, and everyday moments most families take for granted.

In a community like Benbrook, where many residents have military connections through service, family ties, or proximity to NAS JRB Fort Worth, the tradition resonates with many people.

Whether it’s a red shirt, hat, or ribbon, today’s reminder is less about the color and more about the people behind it. It’s a small way to let those serving know they have not been forgotten.