This community’s annual Memorial Day service will be held at 10:30 am on Monday, May 25, at Edith Ford Cemetery. As is traditional, the service will be conducted by the local American Legion Post 56.
Though conducted by members of Post 56, this is a communitywide event that could not take place without local volunteers. The focus of the volunteer effort is flag placement and removal at each veteran’s grave.
Canadian’s tribute to this area’s servicemen and women—and to others who have honorably served their country—was brought to vivid life last week with the panoramic display of United States flags flying in solemn formation on the historic Wagon Bridge for seven days during the 2024 Independence Day celebration.
The inaugural dedication of Canadian’s Field of Honor was held here on July 4 at 2 pm. The Canadian River Wagon Bridge was lined on both sides with 500 American flags—all dedicated to or in memory of the heroes chosen by those who purchased them.
Hemphill County residents are invited to join the members of American Legion Zybach-Owens Post 56 on Monday, November 6, for an introductory meeting to learn about plans for the inaugural presentation of Canadian’s Bridge of Honor.
The public meeting will be held at the River Valley Pioneer Museum. All are welcome, and food will be provided.
