Memorial Day

How Much Do You Know About Memorial Day?
How Much Do You Know About Memorial Day?
How Much Do You Know About Memorial Day?
Memorial Day, an American holiday observed on the last Monday of May, honors men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971.
 Will You Watch ‘Texas Rising’?
Will You Watch ‘Texas Rising’?
Will You Watch ‘Texas Rising’?
While the weather is warming up beautifully, and spring is definitely in the air, most of America recognizes Memorial Weekend, May 25th, as the official start of spring. Though, honestly, in West Texas, it's the beginning of a very long, very hot summer...
This Day in History for May 29 – World War II Memorial Dedicated and More
This Day in History for May 29 – World War II Memorial Dedicated and More
This Day in History for May 29 – World War II Memorial Dedicated and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1790 – Rhode Island becomes the last of the original US colonies to ratify the Constitution and is admitted as the 13th state (More info) 1942 – Bing Crosby records Irving Berlin’s ‘White Christmas,’ the best-selling Christmas single in history (More info)