Memorial Day

The nation observes its 47th federally recognized Memorial Day today. The tradition memorializes those who died while serving in the US Military.

Here are five patriotic songs for Memorial Day 2014. Let's all try to remember, it's not National BBQ Day.

Memorial Day is a holiday most Americans get to enjoy. We get a day off from work to spend time with friends and family, maybe have some BBQ, enjoy some local sales and just relax. Memorial Day isn't about any of these things. The U.S. Marines have posted an incredible video via their official YouTube channel to remind us what the day is truly about.

Memorial Day is not a day for celebrating. We observe the day, in remembrance of those who have fallen in defense of our country.

Americans are taking to the roads, skies, rails and water this Memorial Day weekend.

Fifteen men were killed when the bomb carried by the kamikaze exploded in the engine room of my Dad's ship.

The always - busy (except on Sundays) Chick - Fil - A on Ambassador Caffery made a simple but moving gesture to honor MIA servicemen and women on this Memorial Day.

The servicemen and women of our country make huge sacrifices to fight battles on our behalf and keep the freedoms we hold dear. One of those sacrifices is being away from their families and loved ones for long periods of time.

There are perhaps no more stirring words than those of General Douglas MacArthur on the occasion of Japan signing of the Instrument of Surrender on the deck of the USS Missouri, which marked the end of World War II.

The Summer grilling season is upon us. Here are some rather unique ideas I bet you've never tried on your grill. Don't be narrow minded, give them a try.

This is an easy recipe for a patriotic dessert that looks fun to make with the kids in your life.

We here at KTDY offer our prayers for the families of those who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom and those who still fight today.

Get ready to get your grill on.

The Cajun Heartland State Fair and other festivals and opportunities for delicious food and family fun highlight this weekend in Acadiana!

Happy Memorial Day! With the extended weekend upon us, the Offices of KTDY and all the Townsquare Media Lafayette radio stations will close early on Friday, May 27th.

It's about that time to celebrate our country's heroes and do a little grilling!

Having been awarded every Army medal/commendation for valor, including the Medal of Honor and awards from other countries, Murphy is still an inspiration for many who join the military today.

Hopefully, you're taking some time today to remember those who have served, those who are currently serving our country, and especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our way of life. I am also. I'm particularly remembering someone today who served in the US Army, not during wartime, but right after World War II. I'm referring to my Father, Harold Wiley.

IAVA, the Iraq And Afghanistan Veterans of America, is asking Americans to pledge a moment of silence at 1201 PM (1101 CT) on Memorial Day as members of the IAVA lays a wreath before the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery.

Just in time for Memorial Day, we bring you the video for Sammy Kershaw's 2010 song 'Snow White Rows of Arlington'. God Bless America!