Memorial day

Memorial Day became a federal holiday in 1971. Here is a look at how Americans have celebrated through the years while also honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

Although Michigan law requires schools to start after Labor Day, the majority of school districts apply for a waiver to start the school year earlier.

There will be no lack of Memorial Day events across Southwest Michigan. From the heartfelt ceremony at Fort Custer, to pancake breakfast's, parades and car shows, the options abound!

Whether you call them lightning bugs or fireflies, their return to Michiganders backyards is a sure sign of summer. When can we expect to see them here in West Michigan?

The only remaining hand cranked chain ferry in operation in the United States is located in Saugatuck, Michigan and is now open for the 2023 season.

U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI) and Joni Ernst (R-IA), joined thousands of veterans to observe Memorial Day at the annual Rolling Thunder First Amendment Demonstration Run.

Beginning at 3pm Friday and continuing until 6am Tuesday, 89 out of 122 projects statewide will have lane restrictions removed.

Flags, processions, parades and special services and ceremonies solemnly remember the ultimate sacrifice of brave men and women this Memorial Day in the Kalamazoo are and across these United States.

I've finally discovered the most crucial piece of information you'll want to use if you plan on heading out for a road trip this Memorial Day weekend... which gas station bathroom should I use?

The annual Click-It-or-Ticket campaign, which is nationally supported, returns May 21st and is running until June 3rd.