The history of Memorial Day and how it has evolved from its Civil War origins - A pivotal change occurred in 1971 when Congress moved Memorial Day from a fixed May 30 to the last Monday of May, creati ...

He was visiting his great-grandfather’s grave at the Old Greencastle Cemetery in Dayton a few years ago when he noticed a group of people mowing the grounds and trimming the ...

Memorial Day is more than the unofficial start of summer. Here’s a look at the holiday’s Civil War origins and when it is ...

Memorial Day began after the Civil War as Decoration Day, honoring fallen soldiers with flowers, flags, and remembrance ...

Here’s when Memorial Day 2026 is, a brief history of the holiday and the next three-day weekend coming up this summer.

I want to thank the Longmont Times-Call for covering the true meaning of Memorial Day. For many people Memorial Day involves picnics and family activities, though the history of Memorial Day has a ...

Non-combatants bear the brunt of modern war's toll, but we don’t know how to memorialize them.

Muskets fired: The 5th Maine Museum begins its season with a Civil War reenactment on Memorial Day weekend.

The Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War is paying tribute on Memorial Day, with special honor for a 13-year-old drummer boy who settled in Fort Myers.

Every Memorial Day, millions of Americans pause to remember those who gave their lives in service. This year, we’re honoring ...

Memorial Day 2026 is a federal holiday. Find out what's closed, including banks, post offices, and some delivery services.