Memorial Day: The origin of America's commemoration of fallen troops

Memorial Day is more than just a three-day weekend. It’s the day Americans commemorate those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the armed forces.

Moms want your time, not money, this Mother’s Day, survey says

Most moms are expecting their loved ones to spend not one penny on a gift this Mother’s Day. But some people say they will even go into debt for their gifts.

2022 Military Appreciation Month deals and discounts

May is National Military Appreciation Month, and many businesses are offering deals or discounts as a way to say thank you to all U.S. service members.

Santa Claus is running for Congress for Alaska’s lone House seat

A man named Santa Claus, who is currently a two-time city council member for North Pole, Alaska, has filed to run for Alaska’s lone U.S. House seat on a platform similar to Bernie Sanders’.

Easter Egg Roll returns after 2-year, COVID-induced hiatus

The first lady, a teacher, is calling it the “Egg-ucation Roll," aides said, and is turning the South Lawn into a school community with a variety of educational stations.

Tickets to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort now on sale

Tickets to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Florida are now on sale. Universal Orlando Resort on Thursday announced that this year's event will run for a record-breaking 43 nights from September 2 through October 31.

St. Augustine held first St. Patrick's Day in the U.S., historians say

When you think of where the first U.S. St. Patrick's Day celebration was held, Florida may not be the top answer. But, according to historians, evidence shows the first parade indeed occurred in St. Augustine.

St. Patrick's Day: The history behind the holiday in the United States

However you view St. Patrick's Day — as a holy day of obligation, a celebration of Irish culture, or an excuse to imbibe a green pint of beer — millions across the globe will observe the holiday on March 17th. But other than "drowning the shamrock" and getting pinched for not wearing green, what do we really know about the holiday?

St. Patrick's Day food deals and restaurant specials in US

Restaurants, fast food chains that are offering St. Patrick's Day breakfast, brunch, dinner and dessert menu items

AAA's free 'Tow to Go' program kicks in for St. Patrick's Day

AAA is activating its free "Tow to Go" program, which aims to remove impaired drivers from roads and get people home safely on nights like St. Patrick's Day when impaired driving may be more likely.

Tampa tests biodegradable dye ahead of River O' Green Festival

Friday morning, Tampa crews tested bright green dye in the Hillsborough River ahead of the River O' Green Festival in mid-March.

2-22-22 isn't a holiday, but folks doubled-down on 'Twos Day' anyway

Social media feeds were flooded and ‘dad jokes’ were plentiful Tuesday as pun-lovers celebrated February 22, 2022, AKA 2-22-22, AKA Twos Day. 

Puppies rescued from Puerto Rico spread love to dolphins in Clearwater

Nine, eight-week-old puppies decked out in designer duds spent the day before Valentine’s making new friends at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium.