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 The Salem RidgeYaks – formerly the Red Sox – open up the 2026 Carolina League season tonight Gene Marrano April 2, 2026 0 Roanoke Valley Saves Week kicks off this Saturday with free financial wellness workshops to follow Emma Thomas April 2, 2026 0 RCPS and Carilion Clinic announce new multi-million dollar CTE center set to replace The Burton Center Emma Thomas April 2, 2026 0