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Flags Honor Veterans at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Richland

Andrew Kirk — Mon, 28 May 2012 13:28:10 +0000

Several dozen Boy Scouts and their parents tromped up and down the lanes of Richland’s Sunset Memorial Gardens this morning planting tall flags next to the graves of men and women who served our country in the military. Every flag had a name on a placard, as a volunteer read the name on the grave, [...]

Dierks Bentley, Eric Church + More Reflect on True Meaning of Memorial Day

Alanna Conaway — Sat, 26 May 2012 18:00:32 +0000

On Memorial Day, we remember our fallen American soldiers who have sacrificed their lives in all wars. These heroes fought for our freedom without selfishly thinking of what could be at stake for them and their families. When it comes to country music stars, they think no differently than we do. Here is what some [...]

Kellie Pickler Embarks on Fifth USO Tour

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 26 May 2012 16:08:21 +0000

Kellie Pickler loves our troops! The country cutie headed to the Middle East for her fifth international USO tour, a fact she let us know via a recent tweet. Five tours? That’s dedication to our boys (and girls) in the service. Pickler is naturally perky, but the ‘Where’s Tammy Wynette’ singer expressed excitement about being able to visit the military bases overseas and perform. But that’s not the extent of her support. Heck, it’s not even the half of it.

Memorial Day in Tri-Cities – What is Open and What is Closed?

Genesis Fraijo — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 18:14:32 +0000

Swimming pools won't open until schools are out for the year, but camping facilities are taking reservations.

KORD Remembers Pasco's WWI Veterans

Iceman — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 12:54:29 +0000

More than 300 Franklin County residents served the nation 95 years ago.