Who are you remembering this Memorial Day?

Who are you remembering this Memorial Day?

As the day dawns on this Memorial Day, this day has come to mean many different things to many different people.  For some, it is the opening of the BBQ season.  For others, it is the start of summer.  For many of us veterans, it is a day to honor those warriors who...
Here’s what ‘Memorial Day’ used to be called

Here’s what ‘Memorial Day’ used to be called

Since the early days of the Post-Civil War era, Memorial Day has honored American servicemembers who have died in the line of duty. 1968: Memorial Day Used to Be Known as Decoration Day Through two World Wars, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the conflicts in the...
Mount Diablo Beacon initiative to honor veterans

Mount Diablo Beacon initiative to honor veterans

This Memorial Day, nonprofit organization Save Mt. Diablo will light the beacon on the summit of Mount Diablo at sunset (8:23 p.m.) to honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. A small group of veterans will salute while Taps is played at...