There won't be a 2021 Memorial Day parade. But here's what is happening to honor veterans - Gainesville Times

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There won't be a 2021 Memorial Day parade. But here's what is happening to honor veterans

Flags are placed in an area along Jesse Jewell Parkway in observance of Memorial Day. Photo Courtesy Billy Grimes

05272020 FLAGS 1 — Flags are placed in an area along Jesse Jewell Parkway in observance of Memorial Day. Photo Courtesy Billy Grimes

Johnny Varner, veteran service office for American Legion Post 7, said the parade was canceled to protect older and at-risk veterans from COVID-19.