Memorial Day services were held Monday at Santa Maria Cemetery and Pine Grove Cemetery in Orcutt, honoring veterans who gave their lives in service. - Guest speakers included Colonel James T.
Horne III and American Legion Post 534 Commander Brian Velasquez. - Ceremonies featured wreath placements, flag-raising to half-staff by Boy Scout Troop 91, and the National Anthem sung by Bonnie DePaulo.
- Honor guard veterans fired volleys, and American flags were placed on grave sites. The events brought together community members, families, and military personnel to pay tribute to fallen heroes.