May 17, 2022
Cyclists carry the load by visiting 48 states in honor of fallen military, police and firefighters
TUCSON (KVOA) - With Memorial Day less than two weeks away, many may be planning a cook out or trip out of town.
But there is one group that is once again on a mission to remind us about the true meaning of the weekend.
The bike and walking relay non-profit group "Carry The Load" were in Catalina in Monday morning, just in from Coolidge, for their annual trip honoring members of the military, police and firefighters who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our communities and the country.
Read and watch the full story HERE.
May 16, 2022
Dayton police ‘Carry the Load’ to honor fallen detective Jorge DelRio
Members of the Dayton Police Department will ride a leg in the Carry the Load Memorial Relay dedicated to detective Jorge DelRio, who died more than two years ago in the line of duty.
The 12.3-mile part of the bicycle ride honoring DelRio begins at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Wright State University Police headquarters, 118 Campus Services Building, main campus. It ends at the Dayton National Cemetery, 4400 W. Third St. in Dayton, according to a release from the Dayton Police Department.
Listen to the full story HERE.
May 16, 2022
Relay to honor nation’s heroes passes through Cleveland, Northeast Ohio
CLEVELAND — CLEVELAND -- A few dozen people walked through Northeast Ohio on Monday, despite the rain, to show support for our nation's heroes and never forget those who gave their lives for our country.
"The purpose of 'Carry The Load' is keeping the true meaning of Memorial Day in our minds," says Marine Corp Veteran Rick Peacor. "It's not about barbecues or family get togethers, it's actually about paying homage, honor to those that fought for our country, military and first responders."
Read and watch the full story HERE.
May 16, 2022
Carry the Load relay returning to Keokuk
KEOKUK, IA – Carry The Load, a non-profit that provides active ways to connect Americans to the sacrifices of our nation’s military, veterans, first responders and their families, kicks off its 10th Annual National Relay today to raise awareness for the true meaning of Memorial Day. The 32-day, 20,000-mile National Relay includes five routes crossing 48 states and 100 rallies before culminating at the Dallas Memorial March on Memorial Day weekend.
“For anyone who has lost someone in service to our country, they will tell you that participating in Carry The Load has made a lasting impact on their life,” says Stephen Holley, co-founder, president and CEO of Carry The Load. “There is nothing like the human touch. Being in that environment, walking side-by-side one another, and sharing stories demonstrates beyond words that people do care.”
Read the full story HERE.
May 15, 2022
Nonprofit remembering fallen heroes, reason for Memorial Day
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – A nonprofit out of Dallas is on a mission to restore the true meaning of Memorial Day, through relay walks spanning the nation. Sunday, the Carry the Load New England relay team marched through Lexington.
“One of the founders Clint Bruce saying ‘I couldn’t go and do my job overseas without knowing that there were people here willing to sacrifice for my family’,” says Smitty Searles, New England relay manager. “It really made it not just about Memorial Day but Memorial May, where we honor the sacrifices of military, of course, but also the other sacrificial services- police, fire, first responders.”
Read and watch the full story HERE.
May 15, 2022
‘Carry the Load’ treks through Ky. in nationwide Memorial Day relay
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) – Memorial Day Weekend is still a few weeks away, but already volunteers are well underway on a long journey to raise awareness about the true meaning of the holiday.
The group is called Carry The Load and for the past decade they’ve organized a nationwide relay to honor and remember military and first responders, which has continued to grow. On Sunday, their trek crossed through Lexington and Richmond.
“One of the mottos of ‘Carry the Load’ is that you die two deaths. The first one when your breath leaves your body…,” Smitty Searls told FOX 56. “..and once whenever someone quits saying their name, and so I want to keep saying their name,” Bryan Kuh added.
Read or watch the full story HERE.
May 15, 2022
Carry the Load in Sarasota, FL
The Sarasota Herald-Tribune featured Carry The Load's relay in an online article covering events going on in their community.
The article with the mention can be found towards the bottom of the page HERE.
May 14, 2022
National Memorial Day relay passes through Culpeper
A non-profit working through its 10th Annual National Relay to raise awareness for the true meaning of Memorial Day crossed through Culpeper on May 9 and hosted a presentation at the Culpeper National Cemetery.
“It’s always an honor to see you folks and understand what you do, not only for veterans but for veterans’ families and the true meaning of Memorial Day,” said Culpeper National Cemetery Director Jason Hogan.
Read the full story HERE.
May 13, 2022
Carry The Load in Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County's "LA County: Close-Up" covered the march from Dodger's Stadium to Patriotic Hall in the city. The march was part of Carry The Load's Memorial May national relay.
Watch the full story HERE.
May 13, 2022
Sheep Dog hosting NWA Heroes ‘Ruck & Rally’
ROGERS, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Sheep Dog Impact Assistance announced it will be hosting the “NWA Heroes Ruck & Rally” at Veterans Memorial Park next week to “honor the true meaning of Memorial Day.”
The event will be on May 21 at 8 a.m. and will include both a 5K and a one-mile run. Participants are encouraged to carry a weighted backpack with the names of loved ones on it to symbolically “carry the load” for soldiers killed while serving in the military.
As a Carry The Load (CTL) Non-Profit Partner for the 2022 Memorial May campaign, SDIA says it will help raise awareness and funds that are essential to helping military, veterans, first responders and their families.
Read the full story HERE.