In this episode of Kankakee Valley Community Happenings, host Denny Case sits down with Jojo Sayson, a local physical therapist and the founder of the Ray Olley Memorial Project (ROMP). Together, they preview the upcoming Memorial Day weekend event in Kankakee, themed "One Nation Under God Honoring the Fallen." Jojo shares the history behind the memorial's inception, which was unveiled in 2023 to honor a local World War II veteran and Congressional Gold Medal recipient. The conversation highlights what community members and families can expect at this year's gathering, from educational military history displays to special interactive tributes. They also discuss the involvement of local organizations, including healthcare resources provided by Riverside Healthcare, and the importance of passing patriotism down to the next generation.

Listen to the full episode to discover the complete event schedule, details on the guest speaker lineup, and how you can participate in honoring local veterans.

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