Memorial Day

Stafford

‘We Must Be Louder in Remembrance’: Stafford County Honors the Fallen at Memorial Day Ceremony

By Potomac Local News

STAFFORD, Va. – Stafford County residents gathered at the Armed Services Memorial on Friday, May 23, 2025, for the county’s annual Memorial Day Ceremony, a time to honor and remember those who gave their lives in service to the nation.

Board of Supervisors Chairman Deuntay Diggs opened the ceremony by thanking those in attendance and inviting veterans and their families to stand. “We welcome you and thank you for coming today to help us honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom,” said Diggs. “We do this because it is our solemn sacred duty, but more than that, we do it to ensure their sacrifice was not in vain”.

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Manassas Park

Manassas Park Marks Third Annual Memorial Day Flag Ceremony

By Potomac Local News

MANASSAS PARK, Va. – Residents, local officials, and veterans came together at 1 p.m. Friday, May 23, 2025, for the city’s third annual Memorial Day Flag Ceremony, held in front of City Hall. The solemn event honored the brave men and women who died in service to the country.

The ceremony opened with a presentation of colors by the Manassas Park Honor Guard and included remarks from city leaders and veterans’ advocates. Mayor Alanna Mensing highlighted the city’s historical ties to military service, noting that Manassas Park was originally founded as a community for returning veterans. “I feel both humbled and proud to stand with you… to lower our flag in honor of those who never made it home,” she said.

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Stafford to Kick Off Virginia’s 250th With Special Memorial Day Ceremony Featuring The Old Guard

By Potomac Local News
Service members assigned to the Military District of Washington Joint Armed Forces Color Guard prepare to present the national colors on the infield stage at Daytona International Speedway, Daytona Beach, Fl., February 16, 2025. The service members were in Daytona to participate in the national anthem performance during the pre-race ceremonies for the 67th Annual Daytona 500 NASCAR Cup Series Race. (U.S.Army photo by SGT. Gabriel J. Bacchus)

STAFFORD, Va. – Stafford County will honor America’s fallen heroes with a special Memorial Day Ceremony on Friday, May 23, 2025, at 10 a.m.

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Manassas

Battlefield Park to Unveil ‘Faces of the Fallen’ Exhibit for Memorial Day

By Jazbia Chaudhry

Manassas National Battlefield Park will commemorate Memorial Day with a weekend of remembrance from May 24 to 26, 2025, featuring the dedication of a new permanent exhibit, “Faces of the Fallen,” honoring the 3,500 soldiers who died in the battles of Manassas. Visitors can expect cannon salutes, ranger-led walking tours, historical exhibits, and family activities at Henry Hill.

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Press Release

Memorial Day 2024 Events, transportation, and closings

By Amelia Breeden

Memorial Day Events

Prince William County: On Friday, May 24, members of the community are invited to join the Board of County Supervisors and others in a commemoration to honor and remember those who served in our nation’s armed services. The ceremony will take place at 9 a.m. at the Sean T. Connaughton Community Plaza, located at the Prince William County Government Center, 1 County Complex Court, Woodbridge.

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Stafford’s 2024 Memorial Day Ceremony: A Solemn Tribute on the 80th Anniversary of D-Day

By Uriah Kiser

Stafford’s 2024 Memorial Day Ceremony will be a poignant tribute to the 80th Anniversary of D-Day, a day that holds deep meaning due to the sacrifice of the Boutchyard family. Marvin, a survivor of the storming of Omaha Beach, and Mercer, who fought in the Battle for Okinawa, made the ultimate sacrifice.

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