Memorial Day Parade and Program 2026

The AmesTelevision meeting held on May 26, 2026, was a Memorial Day Parade and Program dedicated to honoring veterans and those who have sacrificed their lives in military service. The event featured speeches, patriotic readings, musical performances, and ceremonial activities such as the presentation of colors and a moment of silence for fallen soldiers. Keynote speaker Colonel Reggie Richardson, a retired U.S. Army officer and Iowa Commission for Veterans Affairs commissioner, addressed the attendees. The program focused on remembrance, reflection, and community commitment to veterans, with no discussions related to procurement, contracting, or budgetary matters.