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Memorial Day means a lot of things to a lot of different people, and as many celebrate with lake days and barbeques, many are also keeping the tradition alive of remembering those who gave their lives for our country.
In all, 57 seniors from Springfield Public Schools will be honored at this year's ROSE banquet. Here are the honorees from Kickapoo High School.
Diane Bartels with the Veterans Memorial Garden event committee said it's important to continue sharing the story with future generations.
The walk goes from Memorial Stadium all the way to the Veterans Memorial Garden in Antelope Park.
"Our country would not be like it is today if not for our veterans who have committed," Diane Bartels said.