📅 The Gist: The Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony scheduled for today in Thrasher Park, Norcross, will now start at 12:30 p.m., one hour later than originally planned, due to rain.
ℹ️ Good to Know: Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day for remembrance of those who have died in service to the country. It is traditionally observed on the last Monday in May.
🇺🇸 The Big Picture: The National Moment of Remembrance, established by Congress, encourages all Americans to pause wherever they are at 3:00 p.m. local time on Memorial Day for one minute of silence to remember and honor the fallen.
💬 Your Take: Will you be attending the delayed Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony in Thrasher Park or observing the holiday in another way? Share your plans and thoughts on the importance of this day in the comments below.

Thom Chandler
Thom Chandler is the editor of The Georgia Sun and has been writing, editing and managing websites and blogs since 1995. He is a lifelong Georgian and one of those increasingly rare Atlanta natives.