Sep 10, 2024
Recognizing National POW/MIA Day
In 1979, Congress passed a resolution establishing POW/MIA Recognition Day after the families of the more than 2,500 #Vietnam War POW/MIAs pushed for full accountability. Observed on the third Friday in September each year at the Pentagon, military installations, state capitols, schools and #veterans’ facilities, the day honors those who were held captive and returned […]
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Aug 30, 2024
Labor Day Offers a New Beginning
While you could book a last-minute trip to celebrate Labor Day, the beginning of September represents new beginnings, Her Agenda says. It’s (nearly) a new season, and the day off presents an opportunity to #purge some of the old #stuff you no longer use. Take a day to go through your house and figure out […]
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Aug 29, 2024
Go Ahead and Wear White After Labor Day
Fashionistas may tell you that you shouldn’t wear white after Labor Day. But the rule emerged around the same time as the nation’s labor movement in the 19th century, The Pioneer Woman says. Wearing white was associated with keeping cool, but workers tended to wear darker clothing to hide the dirt and stains a hard […]
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Aug 28, 2024
Why We Celebrate Labor Day
As you enjoy your day off next Monday, remember that Labor Day was established to honor the men and women who campaigned for workers’ rights in the labor movement of the late 19th and 20th centuries. Without their efforts, Americans might not enjoy the rights and protections we now take for granted — a 40-hour […]
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Aug 27, 2024
Enjoy the Great Outdoors on Labor Day
Labor Day — the unofficial end of summer — puts you on notice to enjoy the warm weather while you still can. Get outdoors and soak up some sun with a bike ride, cookout, tailgate or trip to the beach, Country Living suggests. A hike or overnight camping trip a state or national park is […]
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