Eagan Memorial Day Remembrance sponsored by Eagan Beyond the Yellow Ribbon on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Eagan Tribute & Memorial Plaza–located in Eagan Central Park 1501 Central Parkway… Continue Reading →
Flags should be at half-staff from sunrise to noon on Memorial Day, May 29, 2017. For a good article to read, go to http://mn.gov/mdva/blog/index.jsp?id=1066-295004
The group Flags for Fort Snelling organizes the funds and volunteers needed to honor our fallen heroes laid to rest at the Fort Snelling National Cemetery with U.S. Flags on Memorial Day. See more information at www.flagsforfortsnelling.com
President Harry S. Truman led the effort to establish a single holiday for citizens to come together and thank our military members for their patriotic service in support of our country. On August 31, 1949, Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson… Continue Reading →
President John F. Kennedy declared the first Peace Officers Memorial Day on May 15, 1962, as a tribute to peace officers and in honor of peace officers who, through their courageous deeds, lost their lives or became disabled in the… Continue Reading →
Who: Eagan High School vs. Burnsville High School 2 games – both varsity and junior varsity starting at same time (2 lighted fields right next to one another) When: Thursday, May 11th. Both games start at 6:20 pm Where: Alimagnet… Continue Reading →
On Thursday (5/25), the post will be recognizing those Eagan High School seniors that have made military commitments after graduation this year. Â This is the first time that such an event will be held for Eagan students, and will occur… Continue Reading →
In April, Minnesotans across the state celebrate the “Month of the Military Child.” It is estimated that over 15,000 children in Minnesota have been affected by a parent’s deployment. In recognition of their sacrifice, we take the time to celebrate… Continue Reading →
Both President Trump and Governor Dayton have issued proclamations to have flags flown at half-staff on Thursday, April 5, 2017 on the day of internment for John Glenn. Astronaut John Glenn will be buried at Arlington Cemetery. The proclamation from… Continue Reading →
Note: this story has been updated to reflect a 2nd flag donation box within Eagan as noted below and information how to donate a burial flag. Eagan Community Center flag donation box We know there are rules about proper flag… Continue Reading →
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