Merced vigil planned to honor Orlando victims

A local organizer had invited Merced-area residents to a candlelight vigil tonight in solidarity with the victims of the Orlando shooting during the weekend that killed 50 people.

The vigil and moment of silence is set for 8 p.m. at Bob Hart Square, at the intersection of Main and Canal streets. Organizers ask mourners to bring candles.

For more, go to the Merced LGBT Community Center’s Facebook page.

This story was originally published June 13, 2016 at 4:02 PM with the headline "Merced vigil planned to honor Orlando victims."