Leap year 2024: Switching from the Julian calendar to Gregorian
In honor of Leap Day, this read is for the history nerds. Ever wonder how America caught our calendar up with the rest of the world? In September 1752, we skipped over 11 days.
In honor of Leap Day, this read is for the history nerds. Ever wonder how America caught our calendar up with the rest of the world? In September 1752, we skipped over 11 days.
Leap Day history: Things that happened on Feb. 29
Without a Feb. 29 about every four years (but not quite), the seasons wouldn't align with when farmers plant - and chaos would ensue. Here are some interesting things that have happened on Feb. 29.
Without a Feb. 29 about every four years (but not quite), the seasons wouldn't align with when farmers plant - and chaos would ensue. Here are some interesting things that have happened on Feb. 29.
Presidents Day 2024: Holiday trivia and fun facts about Washington's Birthday
Presidents Day is an informal term for the actual holiday we celebrate every year: Washington’s Birthday.
Presidents Day is an informal term for the actual holiday we celebrate every year: Washington’s Birthday.
Why did George Washington have two birthdays?
A fun fact about George Washington is that the first president has “two birthdays" because of the way that time was kept for the first 20 years of his life.
A fun fact about George Washington is that the first president has “two birthdays" because of the way that time was kept for the first 20 years of his life.
Valentine's Day surprise: Man scores $1M lottery win from mom's gift
Matthew Broadley from Tyngsborough, Massachusetts, scored a massive $1 million jackpot thanks to a Valentine's Day gift from his mother.
Matthew Broadley from Tyngsborough, Massachusetts, scored a massive $1 million jackpot thanks to a Valentine's Day gift from his mother.
What's open and closed on Presidents Day
The federal holiday is celebrated on Feb. 19 and if you're out running errands here’s what is open and closed in your area.
The federal holiday is celebrated on Feb. 19 and if you're out running errands here’s what is open and closed in your area.
Here's what happens when metallic balloons touch power lines, PG&E warns
This Valentine’s Day, Pacific Gas & Electric, one of the country’s largest power companies, is warning people on why it’s a bad idea to let metallic balloons fly into the air.
This Valentine’s Day, Pacific Gas & Electric, one of the country’s largest power companies, is warning people on why it’s a bad idea to let metallic balloons fly into the air.
Valentine's Day and Ash Wednesday collide: When love meets Lent
Ash Wednesday and Valentine's Day fall on the same day this year – a day of indulgence meeting a day of abstaining.
Ash Wednesday and Valentine's Day fall on the same day this year – a day of indulgence meeting a day of abstaining.
Lunar New Year 2024: The year of the wood dragon
Lunar New Year 2024 is the year of the wood dragon.
Lunar New Year 2024 is the year of the wood dragon.
Sweethearts candy: History of the classic conversation hearts
Sweethearts candy — love ‘em or hate ‘em — are a staple on Valentine’s Day. Their origin dates back to a pharmacist in the 1800s.
Sweethearts candy — love ‘em or hate ‘em — are a staple on Valentine’s Day. Their origin dates back to a pharmacist in the 1800s.
Send St. Jude Valentine’s Day cards to children this holiday
St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital is accepting virtual Valentine’s Day cards from those interested in bringing a smile to a patient this holiday.
St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital is accepting virtual Valentine’s Day cards from those interested in bringing a smile to a patient this holiday.
Shake Shack becomes 'Love Shack' for lovers seeking last-minute Valentine's Day plan
Shake Shack is offering a $80 prix fixe tasting menu on Valentine's Day.
Shake Shack is offering a $80 prix fixe tasting menu on Valentine's Day.
Hutchinson Valentine's Day project ‘sweetens’ day for widowers and widows
In Hutchinson a growing operation is making the "holiday of love" a little sweeter for those who have previously lost their loved one.
In Hutchinson a growing operation is making the "holiday of love" a little sweeter for those who have previously lost their loved one.
Leap Year Day: The origins of the extra day and why we need it
Born February 29, 1972, Nathan Keech will turn 52 this year, or 13 in leap years.
Born February 29, 1972, Nathan Keech will turn 52 this year, or 13 in leap years.
Zoos keep up Valentine's Day tradition of naming cockroaches and animals after exes and loved ones
Zoos throughout the country are continuing the unorthodox Valentine’s Day tradition of allowing visitors to name animals and critters after their exes.
Zoos throughout the country are continuing the unorthodox Valentine’s Day tradition of allowing visitors to name animals and critters after their exes.
Valentine’s Day weddings available at Ramsey County courthouse
The Minnesota Judicial Branch will have a special appearance from Cupid on Feb. 14.
The Minnesota Judicial Branch will have a special appearance from Cupid on Feb. 14.
Probation officers could strike in Washington County over Juneteenth federal holiday
Probation officers in Washington County could be going on strike over whether Juneteenth should be considered a paid holiday.
Probation officers in Washington County could be going on strike over whether Juneteenth should be considered a paid holiday.
MLK remembered at Minneapolis Recreation Center event
Decades after his assassination, the words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. continue to open minds as many celebrated his legacy Monday night in Minneapolis.
Decades after his assassination, the words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. continue to open minds as many celebrated his legacy Monday night in Minneapolis.
MLK remembered in Minnesota Monday
Several celebrations of the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. were held on Monday throughout the state.
Several celebrations of the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. were held on Monday throughout the state.
Here are 5 things to know about MLK Jr. and the legacy of the civil rights icon
Dive into the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., a pivotal figure in the civil rights movement. Explore his journey from challenging segregation to advocating for justice and equality.
Dive into the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., a pivotal figure in the civil rights movement. Explore his journey from challenging segregation to advocating for justice and equality.