On Memorial Day we remember those who died in service to their country and those who died since serving. But it should also be a time to reflect on what exactly their sacrifices mean—not just then, but now. What is worth fighting for? That’s what we discuss with Lt. Col. Orson Swindle, a true real…
Capitol Report (May 27): Police May Have Made Fatal Mistake During Shooting; Trump Speaks At NRA Summit
May 27, 2022
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The latest on the Texas shooting: Police allegedly made “the wrong decision” in their immediate response, and more are demanding answers and accountability. Second Amendment rights politics are in full force. Some Republicans say this is a gun grab from the left, but could there be a middle ground? China and Russia have stepped in…
Thoughts for Memorial Day 2022
Commentary Four days a year a special American flag flew from a tall loblolly pine in my family’s front yard. Every Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day and every Veterans Day, my father would get up early then wake me, my sisters, and younger brother. We would traipse into the front yard, yawning in Houston’s…
Local Hero Flies Old Glory for Service Members Before Memorial Day
May 25, 2022
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ORANGE, Calif.—An Orange County man has become a local hero for “painting” his community red, white, and blue in preparation for Memorial Day. Jorge Cortez, a resident of Orange, California, and Loyal Knight Officer of the Orange Elks Lodge—a fraternal order with nearly a million members since its establishment in 1868—has been supporting veteran service…
1,776 Flags Honor Service Members in Newport Beach
May 25, 2022
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NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.—Overlooking Newport Harbor stands 1,776 large American flags placed along the paths at Castaways Park. Representing the date that the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration on Independence on July 4, 1776, the flags are part of the Exchange Club of Newport Harbor’s 13th annual Field of Honor, which recognizes those who served in…
How to Spend Memorial Day Weekend in Orange County
May 24, 2022
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Heartbeat of Mexico Enjoy the Heartbeat of Mexico May 27–29, put on by the Musco Center for the Arts and Chapman University. The event will feature a wide variety of Mexican-style music from bands including La Santa Cecilia, Jarabe Mexicano, Kinky, and other performances, including Aztec dancers and a fun family festival on May 29….
Let Them Rest Easy: Honoring Those Who Gave Their Lives for Our Freedom
Memorial Day exists for one purpose alone: to pay homage to those Americans who died in war serving their country. Sometimes we may overlook the true thrust of this day. The three-day weekend, the backyard barbecues, the jaunts to the beach or the countryside: We indulge in these pleasures, appreciative of a holiday away from…
Quiz: Memorial Day 2022
Quiz: Memorial Day 2022 What is the original name of this holiday? Which conflict is related to Memorial Day? Which city is the official birthplace of Memorial Day? Memorial Day was born thanks to which general? Which flower is associated with Memorial Day? In which year was the National Moment of Remembrance (one minute of silence)…
What Americans Can Expect During Memorial Day Holiday Travel Period
By Donald Wood From TravelPulse Officials from AAA Travel expect 39.2 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this Memorial Day weekend, running May 26-30. The estimates would indicate an increase of 8.3% over 2021, with air travel up 25% over last year. With totals expected to be slightly lower than pre-pandemic…
Timeless Wisdom: Reflections on Flag and Country
Whenever Memorial Day, D-Day, and July 4 come around, I often think of the words of John Adams: “Be it remembered, however, that liberty must at all hazards be supported. We have a right to it, derived from our Maker. But if we had not, our fathers have earned, and bought it for us, at…
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