A day to honor and remember

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The local American Legion and VFW in Washington conducted a special Memorial Day Service yesterday at the Daviess County Courthouse steps…
The Color Guard played taps and the 21 gun salute to their fallen comrades.  VFW Commander Leslie Heshelman told the crowd of around 50 people to never forget those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for freedoms we enjoy today…
Washington Mayor Dave Rhoads also spoke at the ceremony, and American Legion Commander Kelly Hamm served as master of ceremonies for the 30 minute program at 11am.