Communities recognize Memorial Day with special ceremonies
U.S. Marine Corps veteran and bagpiper Joel Daniel performs the "Star-Spangled Banner as the colors are presented by the Murrieta Mesa High School NJROTC during the Murrieta Memorial Day ceremony, May 28. Residents from throughout Southwest Riverside County recognized the Memorial Day holiday at a variety of city events Monday, May 28. Citizens of Menifee gathered at Menifee Veterans Memorial park to enjoy a special ceremony including the presentation of colors, Pledge of Allegiance and keynote speaker Senator Mike Morrel. Throughout the morning there was a flyover, family activities and even funnel cakes.