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Tradition of Coins Left on the Gravestone of a Soldier

Jeff Easterling — Sun, 27 May 2012 22:00:32 +0000

You may have visited a cemetery before and may have seen a headstone with coins on it. Do you know why? I thought I would share with you the meaning of placing a coin on the grave marker of a soldier that has made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Of course, for [...]

Texarkana Ready to Remember Fallen Heroes on 'Memorial Day Holiday Weekend' [VIDEO]

Mario Garcia — Wed, 23 May 2012 16:05:11 +0000

The unofficial start to the summer season starts this Memorial Day holiday weekend. Whether you’re heading to the lakes or grilling outside at your home, let’s not forget what this weekend is truly about: our veterans who lost their lives defending our freedom.There will be Four Memorial Day services in Texarkana this weekend. The first [...]

Memorial Day in Texarkana – What is Open and What is Closed?

Jathan Fink — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 21:50:30 +0000

Memorial Day is when Americans honors all of the men and women who died during any war that the United States fought in. But it is also the time when, from sea to shining sea, many of us get together with friends and family to celebrate what truly matters: freedom, family, and brotherhood. This year, [...]

Heart Warming Videos Of Soldiers' Surprise Homecomings [VIDEO]

Jeff Easterling — Mon, 30 May 2011 17:01:59 +0000

On Memorial Day, we commemorate all the U.S. soldiers who’ve died while serving our country. With so many of our servicemen and women currently on dangerous overseas assignments, it’s also a time to think about their sacrifice, and the sacrifice of their families back home. In these videos, families of soldiers get the surprise and [...]

Remembering Our Fallen Hero's [Video]

Scott Mills — Mon, 30 May 2011 13:33:13 +0000

Here are some video salutes to our fallen heroes. Let us never forget their sacrifice to our nation.

God Bless Our Troops This Memorial Day [VIDEO]

Mario Garcia — Fri, 27 May 2011 16:06:32 +0000

The Memorial holiday weekend is here, the unofficial start to the summer season. I know several friends heading outdoors to the lake this weekend. Maybe your going camping or maybe your planning a cookout with the family or taking in a new movie.Whatever you choose to do this weekend try and make it a safe [...]

Scott's List of the Top Things to do on Memorial Day Weekend…

Scott Mills — Tue, 24 May 2011 16:18:59 +0000

Ahhh, Memorial Day Weekend. The unofficial beginning of summer. Time to clean off the grills, get the pools ready, stock up on sunscreen and get outdoors! Here is my top 5 list of things to do this weekend! 5.) Get out of town! The Theme Parks are open and there are numerous festivals happening within [...]

Memorial Day Weekend Movie Guide

KKYR- Kicker 102.5 — Mon, 23 May 2011 13:14:07 +0000

Since we can’t spend the entire Memorial Day weekend barbecuing, many Americans observe the day by hopping over to the local cinema to take in a blockbuster movie and some free air conditioning. Memorial Day 2011 boasts some great flicks, from the Kenneth Branagh-directed treatment of “Thor” to the much-anticipated sequel to “The Hangover” to [...]