From traditional ceremonies to new initiatives, local American Legions and Legion Family members in Kenai and Soldotna hold Memorial Day Services each year to remember those who have served.
This year on Monday, May 27th, Memorial Day will have many local services.
The Avenue of Flags will be held at the Kenai City Cemetery at 10:30 a.m., followed by a memorial service beginning at noon at the Leif Hansen Memorial Park. Speakers will include Bob Harrison World War II Veteran and Senator Dan Sullivan
At 2:00 p.m., a memorial service will happen at the Soldotna City Cemetery.
According to the National Moment of Remembrance Act, passed in 2000, Americans are asked to pause whatever they are doing at 3 p.m., local time to remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms of the United States of America.
