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    Memorial Day

    Welcome to the unofficial kickoff to summer! We’ve got everything you need to know about barbecues, beaches, bargains, and, of course, why we’re celebrating this day in the first place.

    "In the face of impossible odds, people who love this country can change it." —Barack Obama, 44th president of the United States

    35 Patriotic Quotes to Honor America

    You'll be filled with American pride after reading these patriotic quotes.
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    36 Memorial Day Quotes for Every American

    Honor the sacrifice of our heroic fallen with these Memorial Day quotes. They deliver words...

    Memorial Day vs. Veterans Day: What’s the Difference?

    If you're not sure what the difference is between Memorial Day and Veterans Day, you're...

    The Nicest Place in Michigan: Buchanan

    With Memorial Day parade cancelled, locals find another way to honor the troops.

    30 Memorial Day Sales With Some of the Deepest Discounts We’ve Ever Seen

    Memorial Day sales are the warmer weather answer to Black Friday, except the discounts are...
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    What Is Memorial Day and Why Do We Celebrate It?

    It's not just the unofficial beginning of summer.
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    14 Memorial Day Facts You Didn’t Learn in School

    Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday of May—here's what you might not know...

    The Perfect Vacation for Every Week of Summer

    Don't let summer pass you by! These are the absolute best trips you can take...

    Fast Finishing Touches for Food

    It's all in the food presentation: These simple finishing touches can transform basic dishes into...
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    Video: Million Motorcycle Memorial

    This Memorial Day weekend, it’s not just about an extra day off from work—these 6...

    5 Simple Memorial Day Weekend Home Projects

    Check smoke detector and carbon monoxide batteries Be sure to check your smoke detector and...
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    Last-Minute Memorial Day Getaways

    No plans for Memorial Day weekend? Luckily we’re here to rescue you and your family...