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26-05-2025
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Volunteers no longer needed to take Mighty Eighth flags down
POOLER, Ga. (WSAV) — Due to the threat of bad weather, the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force staff will remove the flags from their Flags for the Fallen tribute. 'We are so grateful to everyone who took the time to volunteer this year,' said Dawn Brosnan, Director of Communications and Marketing. 'Your dedication ensures that the service and sacrifice of these airmen are never forgotten.' Nearly 300 volunteers came together to help install 26,000 flags, honoring the Eighth Air Force airmen who lost their lives during World War II. All of the flags were placed in under two hours — the fastest time in the program's history. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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26-05-2025
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Memorial Day tribute in Pooler honors WWII airmen
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV)—A powerful Memorial Day tradition continues today in Pooler, where thousands of flags remind us of the true cost of freedom. The closing ceremony for 'Flags for the Fallen' is set for Monday morning, with local leaders honoring our heroes. Today's Memorial Day event honors the large military population in the Coastal Empire and wraps up a multi-day display honoring the airmen of World War II. It's expected to draw a large crowd. The city of Pooler and the Mighty Eighth Museum are hosting their annual Memorial Day ceremony together that concludes the annual 'Flags for the Fallen' event, which features 26,000 American flags, each representing a fallen WWII airman. Today's program includes a wreath-laying, a prayer, the national anthem, and the pledge of allegiance. The event will also include local leaders. Congressman Buddy Carter and Mayor Karen Williams will deliver remarks. The event kicks off at 11 a.m. this morning. The community is invited to reflect on this holiday and remember those who gave their lives for our country. All are welcome today, and it's a chance to stand among thousands of flags and remember the airmen who never came home. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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22-05-2025
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BREAKING: Fire at Mighty Eighth Museum
POOLER, Ga. (WSAV) — UPDATE: The Mighty Eighth Museum issued this statement about today's fire: 'We are grateful to our staff and the City Pooler Fire-Rescue team for their quick response,' said Dawn Brosnan, Director of Communications and Marketing. 'We remain committed to honoring those who served, and all Memorial Day weekend events—including Flags for the Fallen—will proceed as scheduled. We look forward to welcoming visitors throughout this important weekend of remembrance.' ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Just after noon Thursday, Pooler Fire-Rescue responded to a fire at the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force. The building was evacuated. An electrical issue was discovered in one of the exhibits, causing sparking and a burning odor. Crews isolated the power source and made sure there were no additional issues in the building. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Firefighters are on the scene at the National Mighty Eighth Museum in Pooler. Officials tell WSAV the building was evacuated. It's believed a small fire may have started in a light fixture somewhere in the building. The incident was confined to the Escape Innovation Division. No flames or smoke was visible. Firefighters continue to assess the situation. WSAV has a crew on the scene and will update with details as they become available Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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22-05-2025
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6K flags to be planted in Scranton to honor fallen
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Marywood University is once again honoring the men and women who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. Volunteers hope to have 6,000 US flags placed on Marywood University's tree stadium lawn for their annual Flags for the Fallen display. The setup process began on Wednesday so that the display will be ready for the Memorial Day weekend. PennDOT promotes safe driving with Click It or Ticket event The display serves as a sign to the community of the sacrifices those who served and have died for our country made. 'It's important for us because we have a lot of military affiliated and veteran students here and a lot of family members throughout the faculty and staff and like I said it's a way for us to honor the people that have lost their lives,' Marywood University Military and Veterans Specialist April Paciotti stated. This is the 15th year for the annual display. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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06-05-2025
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Volunteers wanted for Flags for the Fallen
POOLER, Ga. (WSAV) — The National Musuem of the Mighty Eighth Air Force is seeking volunteers for Flags for the Fallen. Volunteers will place 26,000 48-star flags in the memorial flag garden on Wednesday, May 21 and assist in flag removal on Tuesday, May 27. (In case of inclement weather, there will be a rain date of Thursday, May 22 to place the flags.) The flags honor the 26, 000 airmen of the Eighth Air Force who never returned home. The powerful memorial flag garden will be open to the public from Friday, May 23 through Memorial Day, May 26. Click here to volunteer. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WSAV-TV.
