Many communities are preparing for Memorial Day celebrations on Monday. Karen Erickson, adjutant of American Legion Post 181 in Lake Park tells us about their plans. This will be in the Lake Park City Park starting at 10am on Monday, Memorial Day.
Mark Persons, Webmaster and Chaplain at the Brainerd VFW, and Mike Williams, former Navy corpsman and currently a Sergeant at Arms at the Brainerd VFW (as well as being a part of the Brainerd Honor Guard), speak about Memorial Day and the ceremonies scheduled for May 29, 2023. The 2nd Annual Brainerd VFW Freedom Festival…
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It’s a tradition around Memorial Day. You’ll find poppies in area businesses with requests for donations. Craig Larson, commander of Ada VFW post 7557, talks about poppies and how donations are used. If you’re wondering why poppies are associated with Memorial Day, in 1915 Lt. Colonel John McCrae with the Canadian Army saw poppies blooming…
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Ada, MN — With graduations, vacations, and trips to the lakes, the Memorial Day weekend has become the unfortunate kickoff to the 100 deadliest days on Minnesota roads. It’s no wonder public safety officials are strongly encouraging everyone to make smart decisions and avoid drinking and driving. For teens who may be celebrating that special…
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Mark Persons, member of the Brainerd VFW joined us on the Wake the Lakes Morning Show to recap their Freedom Festival held on Armed Forces Day and to promote their ceremonies and events for Memorial Day.