The meaning of Memorial Day: remembering those who have served and fallen for our freedom Evan Jones May 30, 2016 1 minute read dday.org This is the day America sets aside to honor those who have fallen in service to their country. And among the many area many Memorial Day observances today is one at the National D-Day Memorial. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. Share: Post navigation Previous: Kroger expands green pea recall to Virginia stores over Listeria concernsNext: Rockwell exhibit ends in two weeks Related Stories Walk & Roll to School Day a chance for city elementary school kids to hit the road – safely Gene Marrano May 4, 2026 Hollins University receives $10 million gift to support HOPE Scholarship program Web Staff May 4, 2026 Beale’s Brewery set to reopen tomorrow under new owner Clark Palmer May 1, 2026