Gold Star Mother’s Day: Local mothers attend Arlington ceremony
A U.S. service member watches the Gold Star Mother’s Day Observance at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va., Sept. 27, 2015. The annual nation-wide observance recognizes mothers whose sons or daughters lost their lives serving in the U.S. Armed Forces during a time of war or conflict. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Natasha Stannard/Released)