Local News
Remembering the fallen: Late soldiers honored at Provo's annual Memorial Day program
Hundreds gathered Monday to commemorate fallen American soldiers at Provo's annual Memorial Day program at Provo City Cemetery. Veterans of nearly every military branch were at the presentation, which was hosted by the city, the Freedom Festival and the Provo City Veterans Council. Provo police officers performed the 21-gun salute to honor those who sacrificed their lives to protect the nation's freedoms. The longstanding military tradition was preceded by remarks from keynote speaker Niles Herrod, a Provo resident and retired lieutenant commander in the U.S. Navy. He shared his ...
