Veterans in SoCo gather to recognize Memorial Day
(PUEBLO, Colo.) — Every year on the last Monday in May, flags fly at half-staff, and we gather to refresh our perspective and remember those who have served our country. From Colorado Springs to Pueblo and our nation's capital, people across America marked Memorial Day.
For some, Memorial Day may mean a yearly barbeque, picnic or another day off. But what does it mean to those who have fought for our country? The ones who stormed the beaches in Normandy or climbed the mountains in Afghanistan? One veteran said it's to remember those who fought and are not here today.
'We're here to memorialize every single man, woman, and child that has been lost due to conflict,' said Travis Baker, the District Five Commander at the VFW in El Paso County.
Thomas Medina from Pueblo remembered his time in the Marines on Memorial Day as he spoke to folks who gathered under the Veterans Bridge at the Pueblo Riverwalk. He remembered his father who also served in the Marines and went to Vietnam.
'My dad was very proud of his service, but he was also, it wounded him very deeply,' Medina said.
But Medina also reflected on his own time serving, and the men and women he stood by during his time in active duty.
'I also remember the Marines that were killed in action, that served with me,' Medina said.
Baker aims to not only make Memorial Day the one time where people reflect on those who lost their lives protecting our country.
'I've lost people on Christmas Day, I've lost people on Thanksgiving Day in Iraq and Afghanistan… It's not a holiday for me, every day is Remembrance Day,' Baker said.
Ceremonies were held across Southern Colorado–in Teller County, veterans from the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars hosted a ceremony at Woodland Park Cemetery to honor the men and women who sacrificed their lives in service to our country.
Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Associated Press
16 minutes ago
- Associated Press
Ukraine releases footage of recent drone attack on Russian airfields
The Associated Press is an independent global news organization dedicated to factual reporting. Founded in 1846, AP today remains the most trusted source of fast, accurate, unbiased news in all formats and the essential provider of the technology and services vital to the news business. More than half the world's population sees AP journalism every day.
Associated Press
16 minutes ago
- Associated Press
Dilly Dally the sea turtle returns to the ocean after flipper amputation
JUNO BEACH, Fla. (AP) — An adolescent loggerhead sea turtle named Dilly Dally crawled into the Atlantic Ocean Wednesday morning, months after having a front flipper amputated at a Florida turtle hospital. The turtle was brought to Loggerhead Marinelife Center in January suffering from predator wounds to the front flipper. The veterinary crew at the Juno Beach facility assisted in Dilly Dally's rehabilitation and care. 'Every time we can release a turtle back into the wild is special and not just for us but for all the interns and volunteers and everyone that puts an effort to getting these turtles back out there. It's always a really special day,' said Marika Weber, a veterinary technician at the center. Stormy weather on Wednesday almost caused Dilly Dally's release to be postponed. But they packed the turtle up and drove the short distance to the beach. A crowd of beachgoers cheered as the turtle made its way to the ocean. A satellite tracking device attached to Dilly Dally's shell will allow the center and the public to follow her journey. The center partnered with the Smithsonian to get the satellite tag, which was attached on Tuesday. 'So now Dilly Dally has an active live satellite tag on her and we can get real-time data on where she goes, which is really exciting because we don't really know what happens to our three flipper turtles once you release them, Weber said. 'Now we know if their migration or foraging patterns change and it'll be really helpful to see what happens to these patients.' All sea turtles are endangered or threatened species. 'So every sea turtle that we can save and get back out there is the win for the species.' Follow Dilly Dally's journey at Marinelife Turtle Tracker. ____ Frisaro reported from Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
CBS News
16 minutes ago
- CBS News
8 charged after game wardens take down poaching ring in Cambria County
Eight people pleaded guilty to dozens of charges after the Pennsylvania Game Commission said wardens took down a poaching group in Cambria County. The Game Commission said a lengthy investigation into the taking of 11 white-tailed deer and a gray fox in Cambria County between 2023 and 2024 resulted in 35 charges and more than 70 years' worth of license revocations. Authorities said the investigation began when a game warden checked the license of one of the suspects while they were fishing in Indiana County. When the warden asked about the guns and ammunition found in the vehicle, the Game Commission said the suspect admitted to shooting deer at night using a spotlight. After serving three separate search warrants, investigators determined eight people were poaching deer at night while using spotlights. They also failed to tag deer, took bucks that didn't meet antler restrictions, used tags from other states and exceeded the legal limits, the Game Commission said. Jason Wise, Sandra Wise, Daniel Wise, Issac Keith, Dan Sodomont, Marina Morgan, Dennis Corson and Levi Corson all pleaded guilty to summary counts. They were ordered to pay $35,000 in restitution and they lost their hunting and trapping privileges for a combined 70 years. "Great work by all wardens involved in ensuring these senseless crimes didn't go unpunished, helping to uphold the law and protect our wildlife for current and future generations," the Pennsylvania Game Commission's Southwest Region wrote on Facebook. People are encouraged to report wildlife crimes by calling Operation Game Thief at 1-888-PGC-8001 or by going online.
