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Local tribute planned for fallen soldier in Iraq

By Brad Kellar

Greenville – Another local tribute is planned for a fallen soldier in Iraq. The body of United States Army Specialist Jonathan D. Emard of Mesquite is expected to arrive at Majors Field Municipal Airport in Greenville on Thursday. Emard's family members have asked that anyone who wishes to may line up along the planned route of the procession and show their support and appreciation. The route is expected to head west on Jack Finney Boulevard from the airport to Wesley Street, then turn south and proceed to Terrell.

Click the MP3 icon to listen as KETR's Greenville Correspondent Brad Kellar reports.