A Memorial Day ceremony honoring those who gave their life in defense of our country was held on the courthouse square in Celina late Monday afternoon. Retired U.S. Air Force Master Sergeant Ike Dyer (shown here saluting in the “honor of the fallen” part of the ceremony) served as the master of ceremony, while state Rep. Les Winningham served as the guest speaker. The ceremony specifically honored Clay Countians who had died in World Wars I and II, the Vietnam War and in Iraq. (Staff photos by Kevin Donaldson)

State Rep. Les Winningham