The Indianola American Legion Post 165 hosted the annual Memorial Day Parade Monday, with local marching bands, political candidates, volunteer organizations, and classic cars among othe who participated. A short ceremony followed the parade at the IOOF Cemetery, which included the Raising of the Colors, and 21-gun salute, and the playing of Taps.

Legion Post 165 Commander James Sullivan tells KNIA News the Legion and local boy scout troops put up hundreds of flags in honor of Memorial Day, and it was a sight to behold once finished.

Commander Sullivan also said he appreciates the community turning up at the cemetery for the ceremony, as it means a lot to those who served.