Remembering my Uncle Frank on Memorial Day
My Aunt Irene, one of my mom’s younger sisters, was one of my favorite aunts. She wore makeup and stylish […]
Food safety do’s and don’ts for Memorial Day and summer cookouts
Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial kickoff for summer, and as the weather heats up, so do the number of
Best wishes on Memorial Day
Whether you’re watching a parade, visiting a cemetery, attending a barbecue, relaxing at home, or working, I hope your Memorial
As summer begins, prevent injuries and deaths by reviewing off-highway vehicle safety tips
Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer. A big safety issue for parents is the use of off-highway vehicles or OHVs by kids. During 2023, the CFA documented 498 OHV fatalities. Children 15 years and younger accounted for 19 percent of all deaths. Children six years and under continue to make up a sizable portion of the OHV fatalities.
Growing a vegetable garden is easier than you think
My yard is beautiful this time of year. I have 40 rhododendrons in various stages of blooming. It’s a wonderful time to be doing yard work. I love planting a vegetable garden. Gardening is easier than ever these days. You can go to a garden center and buy a raised-bed garden kit.
How to plant a garden
It’s that time of year. If you plant a garden now, you’ll be able to get nice, organic vegetables by
Safety tips for Memorial Day weekend and throughout the summer
It’s the Memorial Day weekend, the unofficial beginning of summer. Here are tips from consumer organizations and government agencies to help you have a safe Memorial Day and safe activities all summer long as you enjoy great weather and being outdoors.
Top 10 places to celebrate Memorial Day 2026
About 45 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home between May 21-25 for the Memorial Day holiday,
Facts and figures for Memorial Day 2026
Memorial Day is a time to remember and honor the Americans who lost their lives while serving their country. Many