Memorial Day Event Details Announced

Is Memorial Day a federal holiday? What's open, closed

Memorial Day is a federal holiday that honors those who died in U.S. military service. Memorial Day has its origins from the time of the Civil War, when people began laying flowers on the graves of soldiers in the spring. At the time, the day was known as Decoration Day. Memorial Day has since become a holiday to include all...

Memorial Day event details announced

Local leaders are inviting the public to the Kerr County Memorial Day Program, planned at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 26, on the county courthouse grounds, 700 Main Street in Kerrville.

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VILLAGE OF LIVERPOOL – Dr. Mike Romano is praying for clear skies on Monday morning, May 26. The retired Liverpool dentist is chairman of the village’s Memorial Day Parade Committee which was formed by Mayor Stacy Finney after the 2024 event was canceled due to a lack of adequate police staffing. This year the Liverpool Police Department has hired six more full-time officers so the parade can proceed. American Legion Post 188 will kick off the e…

Mary McCormack, Loren Allred & More to Perform at PBS' 2025 NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT

On Sunday, May 25, The National Memorial Day Concert will air live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol for its 36th annual broadcast. This beloved tradition honors the courage, sacrifice and service of our military men and women, their families, and pays tribute to all those who have given their lives in defense of our nation. The evening will feature powerful storytelling, musical salutes and poignant moments of remembrance. Hosting the conc…

Memorial Day Program Set For Monday, May 26th - The Dillon County News, LLC

The Dillon County Veterans of the Year Memorial Day program is on Monday, 5/26/2025 at 11AM at Veterans Square. At this patriotic service, the Dillon High School Army JROTC Cadets will post and retire the flags. Navy Lieutenant/Chaplain Jamie Arnette will give the invocation and the benediction. Dillon High School student Kaniah Owens will sing God Bless America and the…

Camp Floyd Days - May 26, 2025

Camp Floyd State Park is hosting Camp Floyd Days on Memorial Day. The event will allow visitors to experience camp life through exhibits and demonstrations. Visit the graves of soldiers who died in the service of our country. See artifacts from Camp Floyd from the time it was occupied (1858-1861) in our museum and tour...