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(CNS) – The U.S. flag should be raised to half-staff between dawn and noon on Memorial Day, then dipped and hoisted to the peak until sunset.
At noon, the flag should be lowered all the way, then hoisted to the peak. Unless lighted, it should be taken down at sunset. In rain, the flag should not be flown at all.
When displayed on the same staff with other flags, such as state or county flags, the U.S. flag should be on top. Other national flags should be displayed on a separate staff.
On a car, the flag staff should be affixed to the chassis or clamped to the right fender.
Flag pins should be worn over your heart.
When folding the flag for storage, tradition holds that it should be done in a triangular fashion, with only the blue union showing when finished.
It is considered disrespectful to let flags touch the ground, or to drape them over vehicles, wear them like a cape or use them like drapery.
Looking to save money this summer? With temperatures heating up, MarketWatch Radio Network’s Alisa Parenti looks into flying, travel bargains, summer road trips, sprucing up your home for sale, and going to the movies.
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President honors fallen warriors today
L.A.'s Morning News: Phil Hulett and Penny Griego, Audio,Holiday
President Barack Obama is paying tribute to fallen warriors on Memorial Day, attending a ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery and honoring those who died in the Vietnam War.
The president will participate today in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery near Washington, and then mark the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
Obama has touted his record to veterans during his re-election campaign, vowing to ensure that veterans, including those who have served in Iraq and Afghanistan, have access to health care, educational opportunities and jobs.
The president and first lady Michelle Obama are starting the day with a breakfast at the White House for families who have lost loved ones in combat.
Paul Brandus, Managing Editor of The West Wing Report, joined KFWB’s Penny Griego and Phil Hulett for an advance report:
You will be paying record gasoline prices over the Memorial Day weekend even with the recent drop at the pumps .
KFWB’s John Brooks talks to drivers at a gas station in Hollywood.
Sand is thicker than blood: Summer travelers prefer beach over family, survey reveals
L.A.'s Afternoon News: Maggie McKay and Michael Shappee, Holiday,Travel
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When it comes to summer vacations, it seems sand is thicker than blood for many of you. Summer travelers prefer ‘chillin’ out at the beach over hanging out with some members of their family.
Folks with the Flip Flop Report say that when people were asked if they could take only one holiday, 33 percent said they’d prefer the beach vs. 10 percent who said they’d want to visit family or relatives.
When at the beach, 60 percent of Americans preferred doing nothing/relaxing vs. exercising – about 13 percent. The survey finds regardless of the dent it may make in your budget — a beach vacation could be priceless.more
About half of Americans make resolutions on Jan. 1 – only to break them the next month.
But sticking to those New Year’s goals can be done with a plan of attack.more
Gluten-free products on display at a store. (Image Credit: AP)
Finding those cookies, cakes and other treats at holiday dinner parties aren’t on your gluten-free diet?
Millions of people are sensitive to foods that contain gluten, but with a little planning, meals can be prepared to include the gluten-free friends.more
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It may not be just that parched holiday tree that poses a fire danger in your home this holiday season.
KFWB’s John Brooks talks with Los Angeles Fire Department Chief Brian Cummings about other potential house fire hazards this Christmas – like that holiday roast on the stove.
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