This weekend marks the unofficial kickoff to summer, and for many area residents, that means a day on the river, a picnic in the park or just firing up the grill on the deck.
Gathering with friends and family makes for a great way to spend what for many is an extra day off work. But we shouldn’t forget that Memorial Day carries extra significance.
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