Editorial: On This Memorial Day, We Especially Remember the Veterans of 21st Century Wars

Editorial: On this Memorial Day, we especially remember the veterans of 21st century wars

Memorial Day once was dedicated to the solemn acknowledgments of soldiers who gave all for their countries. Now, the day has morphed into the informal kickoff of summer, devoted mainly to grilling the perfect burger, pairing it with a favored brew and maybe throwing or kicking a ball around with family and friends. Not that there’s anything wrong with spending the day with those who we love the most. But pardon us if we take some space to mourn …

Memorial Day programs set

The H.E.A.R.T.S. Veterans Museum of Texas will be hosting a Memorial Day program, “Lest we Forget, Freedom Isn’t Free”, at 6 p.m. Monday, May 26, at the museum, 463 State Highway 75 North/

Mixed feelings on this Memorial Day

Not too long ago, like many Americans do, my wife and I made a pilgrimage to Omaha Beach. It was a gorgeous, sunny September day. The sky was crystal clear, with a mild temperature, no wind and a lovely quietness. Looking out at the English Channel towards England, I thought, “This is crazy.” I said to my wife, “How could such a pristine site once be a place of horror?” Soldiers had died where we stood. Like a lot of boys my age, I fretted and p…

New Holstein Memorial Day program on Monday

A Memorial Day program hosted by New Holstein American Legion Post 124 is scheduled for Monday, May 26 starting at 10:15 a.m. with a parade starting at the old BMO bank parking lot.