New day honors Vietnam veterans
March 29 is National Vietnam War Veterans Day, marking the third year the observance is held on the same date nationwide. Although most states celebrate…
Category: Seasonal
Luck abounds if you do find a four-leaf clover
Like the discovery of a heads-up penny or the act of tossing spilled salt over your left shoulder, finding a four-leaf clover is considered good luck to…
Birding festivals abound in March
Just as hobbyists of any stripe have their share of trade shows and enthusiastic get-togethers, so, too do birders have their events. Turns out, tons of…
Favorite old-time flowers get new boost for planting season
Clothing, food, and hip nightclubs don’t have a monopoly on trendiness. Flowers get ranked accordingly, too. And for those who like to stay on top of the…
Spring starts earlier than you think
If you’re in a rush to get to spring already, consider marking your calendar with the meteorological first day of spring. Meteorological seasons are…
Madam C.J. Walker built beauty into an industry
Madam C.J. Walker was one of the first American women to become a self-made millionaire, rising from an uneducated daughter of sharecroppers to a savvy…
Favorite Valentine candy by state
Alabama Candy necklaces Alaska Chocolates in heart box Arizona Conversation hearts Arkansas Hershey’s Kisses California Conversation hearts Colorado…
Contenders for top Valentines treats
If you love candy for Valentine’s Day– and who doesn’t? — then here are some super sweet facts about the treat. In the U.S., lovers spend $448 million…
Special dating sites appeal to gamers, Disney fans, more
Looking for a date for Valentine’s Day, or any day? You’ve got any number of options in the online dating world, which has expanded enormously and…
Planning ahead for a spring vacation? Want to avoid spring breakers? Here’s where to go.
Looking to travel in the spring but hoping to avoid the chaos of spring break? Don’t worry — there are plenty of amazing places to visit that won’t be…