In 2003, a piece of the steel frame of one of the... Sep 11, 2008
Patriot Day is good, but we have Flag Day and all those others, so I think we re missing the point. Michelle Russell believes the impact of the tragedy is fading, but should never be forgotten. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
Sports joy hard to find in Seattle Sep 10, 2008
They were out of the pennant race by Flag Day. Let's talk pro football. (USA Today -- Sports)
Boy Scouts raise flags, funds Aug 20, 2008
Cost is 75 per year, which includes flag service on Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, and Veteran s Day. For 40, residents may purchase the flag service for the next three consecutive holidays. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Nations flags fly at geographic center Aug 17, 2008
Initial plans this year were to dedicate the Avenue of Flags along the new RiverWalk walking and bike path on Flag Day, June 14. The spring flood of the Belle Fourche River delayed construction until just about a year after the dedication of the granite monument. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
POWAY: Four running for City Council Aug 14, 2008
The 24-year city resident and Coast Guard veteran probably is best known locally for his volunteer work with the Poway Midland Railroad, where he has logged more than 5,000 hours of volunteer service since 1992, and where he kicked off his campaign on Flag Day this year. Cross also volunteered for 12 years with the Poway Youth Sports Association and served eight years on the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee, where projects in his time included Arbolitos Park, Aubrey Park, Dog Park and... (North County Times)
With brothers separated in Iraq, comrades become family Aug 12, 2008
to Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia on Flag Day (June 14) this year. The run represented a mile for every American military person killed during Operation Iraqi Freedom. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Aldermen considering vendor law Aug 12, 2008
Thurston pointed out that for certain events such as Flag Day event organizers will be able to obtain special three-day event organizer s licenses, where they can set the fees and approve the vendors. The proposed law also contains several exceptions. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Suspect Killed, Bystanders Wounded In Carson Carnival Shooting Aug 7, 2008
Festival Was Celebration Of Samoan Flag Day ... -- Three people who had been innocent bystanders were hospitalized Thursday with gunshot wounds suffered at a Samoan Flag Day Celebration in , where gang rivals shot at each other and one was killed by a security guard, authorities said. (NBC4.tv, CA)
A Run To Honor Fallen Soldiers Aug 4, 2008
Her son, Wyatt, an Army private, was born on flag day, 1978, and buried on Memorial Day, 2005, after his humvee was blown up by a roadside bomb in Iraq. "You can't put a value on what they've given us," Eisenhauer says of the living memorial. (CBS News)
Watch our neighbors on You Tube Jul 31, 2008
A video from the 2007 Flag Day festivities in Derby has been viewed more than 450 times. Nearly 3,700 people have watched a driver's-eye view of a car ride from East Haven to Branford on Interstate 95. (New Haven Register, CT)
Lions Club works to make a difference in Paragould Jul 31, 2008
Lions members solicit money from local businesses for their flag displays throughout the county on President s Day, Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, Labor Day and Veteran s Day. John Jay McDaniel has been in the local Lion s Club since 1949, just two years after the club was formed. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
GMA to broadcast from Belle Fourche Jul 23, 2008
The program originally had been set for Flag Day, June 14. However, Belle Fourche River flooding crept up over the park and delayed construction of the foundations for the state flags and the RiverWalk bike and walking path. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Princeton DAR members gather in June Jul 22, 2008
Mary May read the U.S. Flag minutes commemorating June 14 as Flag Day. Bonnie Schutt read the president general s message and National Defense was read by Dolores Dace. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Haitian Heritage Month in Malden Jul 17, 2008
Cities such as Miami, New York, and Boston have been celebrating the Haitian Flag Day on May 18 for almost a decade. Parades have been held in Mattapan for the past eight years. (Malden Observer, MA)
Trips through America's fight for freedom on less than a tank of gas Jul 16, 2008
The exhibition entitled The American Flag: A Work in Progress was installed as part of the site's Flag Day celebration and will continue through Aug. 22. HThe Betsy Ross House is located at 239 Arch St. (between Second Streets), Philadelphia. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
AMERICAN THOUGHTS: Stars and Stripes steadfast symbol Jul 14, 2008
On June 14th, the nation observed Flag Day, commemorating the adoption of the Stars and Stripes as the country s official emblem by the Second Continental Congress 231 years ago ... Throughout the ages, many Flag Day celebrations were arranged for children in programs at school, in sports, in scouting or community activities. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Swiss Brachuli Jul 13, 2008
Americans observe holidays for Christopher Columbus, George Washington and Martin Luther King, and salute the country on Flag Day, Memorial Day and Independence Day. We celebrate Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day and even Groundhog's Day. (Townhall.com)
Iraq War's Fallen Soldiers Remembered With 4,116-Mile Run Jul 13, 2008
The group started out on June 14, the Army's birthday better known as Flag Day right outside of Fort Irwin in California. The military training center is located in the Mojave Desert, one of the hottest spots in the country. (VHI.com -- Music News)
July Fourth holiday brings fires, citations Jul 7, 2008
Friday was what people in the industry call a red flag day. When we knew that, we were very concerned that things could get really bad quickly, Gates said. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
A SALUTE TO OUR SERVICE MEMBERS Jul 5, 2008
For the past 21 years, Flag Day Committee executive director Francis D. Tyson, a retired Marines captain, has organized the celebration. It went well. (Scranton Times, PA)
A patriotic flag burning Jul 5, 2008
The other days are Memorial Day, Flag Day and Veterans Day. At Friday's ceremony, Tom Long, an Army veteran from Tucker, said he replaces the flag flown at his home every year on Flag Day and brought last year's flag to be burned. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Legion Auxiliary holds monthly workshop Jul 5, 2008
A poem about the American flag was also included in the treat sacks in honor of Flag Day , June 14. The Unit will conduct its July veterans workshop on Wednesday, beginning at 8:30 a.m., at the post home. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Independence Day Every Day Jul 5, 2008
Linda Mackin, Jonesboro, GaJul 03, 2008 @ 04:49 PMAt our house, every day is Flag Day as well. We fly the colonial flags and the yellow coat liberal neighbors detest this. (Human Events Online)
Wildfire Ravages Big Sur Hills Jul 4, 2008
"I've been here for 10 days and this is the first red flag day that we've had," Firefighter Mike Pyries told Blackstone. "Conditions are very poor for firefighting, good for fires. We're up against Mother Nature.". (CBS News)
Groups flag day event efforts are appreciated Jul 4, 2008
On behalf of the officers, members, families and friends of Sierra Vista Elks Lodge 2085, I would like to take this opportunity to thank those organizations within our community who contributed to the success of our recent Flag Day Observance. Advertisement We sincerely thank VFW Post 9972, the Knights of Columbus, American Legion Riders, Boy Scout troops 408, 444 and 445, and members of B Company, 305th Military Intelligence Battalion, for the presentation of a meaningful ceremony. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
The Conservative Traveler: Baltimore Jul 4, 2008
Live music and holiday hooplas are in abundance too, so watch out come Flag Day and July 4th, which might be the best time to visit. We adore Baltimore. (Human Events Online)
Flags for his son: Father of fallen soldier on mission in York Jul 4, 2008
The flags appeared again on Memorial Day and again on Flag Day in June. And there was another an Operation Iraqi Freedom flag. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
'7 Over 70' awards presented Jul 3, 2008
She visited nursing homes, made items for senior citizens and nursing home residents, assisted with the Memorial Day Parade (which she still does) and Flag Day ceremonies. She spent years volunteering at St. Mary s School and church. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Patriotic flag-burning set July 4 Jul 3, 2008
Among the things people might learn about the flag, he said, is that it is only supposed to be burned on four days each year: Flag Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day and Veterans Day. "This," Carmine said, "is a great history lesson for adults as well as children.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Rediscovering the Feelies, nearly 17 years later Jul 3, 2008
They might have appeared on the Fourth of July or Flag Day or Valentine's Day. Or not, since they also went for months or years between shows. (International Herald Tribune)
Elks honor fallen hero Jul 3, 2008
This presentation was the focal point of the Chelmsford Elks Flag Day program, as well as a solemn reminder of all the American heroes whom have given their lives for this country. The ceremony was held at the Old Town Hall in Chelmsford and began with a very impressive posting of the colors by the United States Marine Corp Color Guard from Ordnance Contact Team 1, Ft. Devens. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
GROUP PAYS TRIBUTE: Runners mark miles for fallen troops Jul 3, 2008
It began June 14, Flag Day. Seven runners have been joined by local running clubs and relatives of servicemembers who died. (USA Today)
Flag burning ceremony in Brayton Jul 2, 2008
Published: Tuesday, July 1, 2008 9:37 AM CDT Approximately 300 flags from the Brayton and Exira area were burned on Flag Day, Saturday, June 14, at Old Glory Park in Brayton. Flag day is celebrated on June 14 ... In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation that officially established June 14 as Flag Day. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Swampscott Boy Scout organizes ceremony to retire 2,200 U.S. flags Jun 30, 2008
On Flag Day, June 14, a solemn ceremony took place in the back of the Swampscott Ceremony to honor and respectfully retire American flags. More than 2,200 flags were retired, a testament to American pride that these flags were not thrown away but were tucked away in closets just waiting until an appropriate ceremony, according to Life Scout Richard DeFrancisco, who planned and led the flag project as part of his requirements for Eagle Scout. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
O'ER THE LAND OF THE FREE: More than 200 years later, America's flag continues to inspire Jun 29, 2008
"Elks Lodge No. 897The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the United Sates of America is an organization motivated by reverence for the family, the United States and its flag. Orangeburg's Elks Lodge No. 897 incorporates the U.S. flag in many ceremonies and rituals, including Flag Day, which is celebrated nationally by the Elks on June 14.Henry Rutland, newly elected Exalted Ruler of Orangeburg's Elks Lodge, says Flag Day is a "primary observance" for the organization and is celebrated... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
'I am the Flag' Jun 29, 2008
I have my special day, Flag Day. June 14 is set aside to honor my birth. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Workshops held for children of military Jun 28, 2008
Local youth ran a day of free workshops for kids whose parents are serving in the military on Flag Day, Saturday, June 14, at the Congregational Church in Littleton. The workshops consisted of activities like Camping Basics, Smoothies, T-Shirt Design, Spa Hour, Summer Accessories, Summer Desserts, rabbits/small animals, Science Fun, Scrap booking, Flag Day events, Nature walk, Outdoor games, and more. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Elks Lodge benefit community Jun 28, 2008
We help our local Boy Scout troops and, along with the Boy Scouts, promote Americanism through our Flag Day ceremonies. We are No. 2 in the nation for providing scholarships to our youth and No. 1 in the United States. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
City 'burned' on building deal Jun 27, 2008
On Fourth Street Thursday, neighbors gathered to watch the afternoon demolition, placing chairs on the sidewalk as if the Flag Day parade, with traveled up the street weeks ago, was set to return. They said the building, one of the oldest and most distinctive on a street of closely packed row houses, was a nuisance and frequent cause of complaints. (Albany Times Union)
SUBMITTED PHOTOA patriotic beatA drummer for the 36th Army Band at Fort Huachuca plays for Flag Day ceremonies at the Green Valley Elks Lodge June 14. Jun 27, 2008
SUBMITTED PHOTOA patriotic beatA drummer for the 36th Army Band at Fort Huachuca plays for Flag Day ceremonies at the Green Valley Elks Lodge June 14. Published: Thursday, June 26, 2008 9:36 PM MDT A drummer for the 36th Army Band at Fort Huachuca plays for Flag Day ceremonies at the Green Valley Elks Lodge June 14. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Talk of the Town: It’s steamy but worth it—ART’s ‘Cat on a Hot Tin Roof’ Jun 27, 2008
The Green Valley Elks Lodge #2592 celebrated Flag Day, June 14, with patriotic passion. The honor guard from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base was on hand to assist in the flag ceremony and the Fort Huachuca 36th Army Band provided support music for the program. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
VFW units bring Flag Day to ASTA Care Center Jun 26, 2008
The Veterans of Foreign Wars 886 Junior girls presented a Flag Day program at ASTA Care Center for the residents and guests Saturday, June 14 ... Tiffney Blair gave the history of Flag Day. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Your Opinion Jun 26, 2008
By a presidential proclamation in 1949, the nation officially recognized June 14 as Flag Day. Flags fly proudly from front porches. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
Sound Off --- June 25 Jun 26, 2008
It was Flag Day and at least one official didn't have his flag out. Neither did most of the residents of Delaware County. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Letters to the Editor: Jun 25, 2008
Teachers, celebrate Flag Day by asking your students to do the same and also by flying the flag of our country on that day. Gerald F. Haines. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Fly the flag, don't just put it up and leave it Jun 24, 2008
Flag Day is just past, so I thought this was a good time to state my view. Hope everyone will have a nice new, bright red, white and blue flag out for the Fourth of July. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Gas prices helping to drain police budget Jun 24, 2008
The main issues at hand are the costs of energy, fuel and Flag Day ... According to Richardson, the Flag Day festivities on June 14 cost the police department 6,084 ... Flag Day usually costs the department the same amount every year. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
National Guard leaves with good impressions of Keokuk Jun 24, 2008
Keokuk High School resembled a military outpost by Sunday, June 15, the day after the U.S. Army's official 233rd birthday and national Flag Day. Iowa's 113th Cavalry, the 34th Infantry and other units arrived in Keokuk during the first hours of June 15. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Sports : Laona Quarterback Club holds annual golf outing Jun 23, 2008
None revealed that camaraderie more than five friends decked out in yellow T-shirts and sporting red, white and blue Uncle Sam hats in honor of Flag Day, June 14, when the outing occurred. Each of them wore names, "none of them bad," one said, by which they were known. (Forest Republican, WI)
Flag Day (Photo) Jun 22, 2008
Flag Day Killeen Partridge, 13, hangs two flags in front of Twin Spruce Junior High School for Flag Day on Saturday morning. Partridge and other members of the Wild Horse 4-H Club hung 88 flag along Gillette Avenue on Saturday. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Talk of the Town: You’ve got to accentuate the positive Jun 22, 2008
Since 1916, when President Woodrow Wilson issued a presidential proclamation establishing a national Flag Day on June 14, Americans have commemorated the adoption of the Stars and Stripes by celebrating June 14 as Flag Day ... A Congressional legislation designating that date as the national Flag Day was signed into law by President Harry Truman in 1949; the legislation also called upon the president to issue a flag day proclamation every year. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
How to Hit Obama Jun 22, 2008
Florida Gov. Charlie Crist did not help his ambition to be John McCain's vice presidential running mate when he delivered a Flag Day speech to a conservative audience in Orange County, Calif. and praised California's Republican Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger. (Human Events Online)
Elks host Flag Day ceremony Jun 22, 2008
GAYLORD The Gaylord Elks celebrated Flag Day on June 14 with the annual Flag Day Ceremony. The eight flags displayed represent the history of the United States and its armed forces, and speaker Sue Burk explained the honor and benefit the flags have given the country. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Clark gives program at NSDAR Jun 21, 2008
Chaplain Mary Ellen Peabody gave devotions and read the poem "I Am the Flag," in honor of Flag Day on June 14, and closed with a prayer. Scherr led the Pledge of Allegiance and the American's Creed. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Flag Day (Photo) Jun 21, 2008
Flag Day Killeen Partridge, 13, hangs two flags in front of Twin Spruce Junior High School for Flag Day on Saturday morning. Partridge and other members of the Wild Horse 4-H Club hung 88 flag along Gillette Avenue on Saturday. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Sweet days in the hot sun Jun 21, 2008
In June, alongside traditional holidays such as Flag Day and Father's Day, there are month-long celebrations for dairy foods, fresh fruits and vegetables, iced tea, seafood and turkey. But there are also separate days for a variety of treasts, including National Peaches & Cream Day today and National Chocolate Eclair Day Sunday. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Students keep the flags flying Jun 21, 2008
Sumner School first-graders Eva Spangenberg (l) and Anaily Lorenzo wave their flags during Roslindale's Flag Day celebration, June 13, 2008 ... On Friday, June 13, the day before Flag Day, the students of the Charles Sumner Elementary School gathered in the center of town to lead the celebration of the flag s 231st birthday ... The businesses of Roslindale first partnered with the schools to give children American flags on Flag Day in 1926. (West Roxbury Transcript, MA)
Sports : Laona Quarterback Club holds annual golf outing Jun 21, 2008
None revealed that camaraderie more than five friends decked out in yellow T-shirts and sporting red, white and blue Uncle Sam hats in honor of Flag Day, June 14, when the outing occurred. Each of them wore names, "none of them bad," one said, by which they were known. (Forest Republican, WI)
How to Hit Obama Jun 21, 2008
Florida Gov. Charlie Crist did not help his ambition to be John McCain's vice presidential running mate when he delivered a Flag Day speech to a conservative audience in Orange County, Calif. and praised California's Republican Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger. (Human Events Online)
Elks host Flag Day ceremony Jun 21, 2008
GAYLORD The Gaylord Elks celebrated Flag Day on June 14 with the annual Flag Day Ceremony. The eight flags displayed represent the history of the United States and its armed forces, and speaker Sue Burk explained the honor and benefit the flags have given the country. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
A little off the top: But, oh those summer days Jun 20, 2008
Which brings us to our next cause for celebration and waving: Flag Day. It s another great holiday, but one which gets rather overlooked, especially in foreign countries which are preoccupied with the annoying problems of debilitating poverty and governmental coups. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Flag Day (Photo) Jun 20, 2008
Flag Day Killeen Partridge, 13, hangs two flags in front of Twin Spruce Junior High School for Flag Day on Saturday morning. Partridge and other members of the Wild Horse 4-H Club hung 88 flag along Gillette Avenue on Saturday. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Moulton attacked for praying in Assembly Jun 20, 2008
Michael H wrote on Jun 19, 2008 11:14 AM:" Separation of Church and State vs. Freedom of Speech. Representative Moulton has every right to speak freely as does anyone else. Why is it that the ones who spouts freedom of speech want to muffle any one who disagrees with their views? The Constitution is known as a living document therefore it can be interpreted by different people depending on their individual views and beliefs. I personally believe that this Nation was founded on Christian beliefs.... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Town honors Navy hero Jun 20, 2008
He said the statement perfectly expressed his feelings, especially since the dedication ceremony was held on Flag Day. I ve always felt very strongly about what our country needs, Hudner said, in a phone interview, reminiscing about the first time he left the United States and was overseas in Shanghai when he and his fellow servicemen saw an American flag flying above a ship in the busy harbor. (Concord Journal, MA)
10K Flag Day Finish For Medical Center Jun 20, 2008
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