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Hundreds Attend Shakopee Memorial Day Ceremony
The event at Veterans Memorial Park in Shakopee, included music, awards to students and a minute of silence.
The weather cleared this morning, providing for a lovely Memorial Day ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park in Shakopee Monday morning.
The event included music by the band, awards to students and a minute of silence in memory of those in the military who have fallen on duty.
A memorial wreath was placed at the Veterans Memorial Park monument, a salute to those who have died was given by Marty Novotny, Sgt. of the National Guard and the Shakopee American Legion #2. The American flag was raised by Boy Scout Troops #218 and #619.
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