Ahead of Memorial Day, families, veterans and volunteers gathered Thursday at Willamette National Cemetery for a powerful ceremony honoring the nation’s fallen service members. Read online:

Avenue of the Flags setup and walkthrough, Highway 62 to Eagle Point National Cemetery, Eagle Point

AAA expects more than 500,000 Oregonians to hit the road this weekend, with Friday night traffic expected to be the worst.

Of the 617,000 Oregonians estimated to travel throughout the next several days, about 506,000 of them will be driving.

A crowd gathers near the Depoe Bay Bridge, and the entrance to the city's harbor, to watch the Fleet of Flowers on Monday, May 27, 2024. Several charter boat companies have declined to participate in the annual Memorial Day event this year amid a dispute over new harbor fees. Dockside Charters and Whale Watching Tours

Travel over this Memorial Day weekend is expected to set records, with AAA projecting 45.1 million Americans — including 617,000 Oregonians — will betraveling 50 miles or more from home. The Memorial Day travel period,

OREGON, Ohio (WTVG) - Oregon will be hosting a ceremony Monday to honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. The Memorial Day observance ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. and is expected to be completed by noon.

Oregon Elementary School kindergartners ended the school year on a positive note, celebrating with a special sing-a-long performance for families.

Communities across the Madison-area will be holding observances and events in honor of Memorial Day. Here is a list of some happening on Monday.

There’s nothing like the feeling when you see all these flags on every gravestone. It just really touches your heart.”

VFW Post 124 in Beaverton hosts a ceremony to honor the service and sacrifice of the U.S. Armed Forces. The event includes live music, a military aircraft flyover, and a POW/MIA ceremony. Seating is first come, first served.