And Martha’s recipe for an indulgent cake. But that’s about it.” Washington’s birthday was celebrated by his peers in government when he was president — mostly. Congress voted during his first two ...

It's a day many Americans enjoy off from work and cash in on sales. The big picture: The way the holiday is celebrated has evolved throughout U.S. history, from a day of reverence for George ...

The origins of Presidents Day lie in salutes to George Washington's Feb. 22 birthday, some highly ceremonial and others strikingly unusual.

The federal government doesn't even recognize Monday as Presidents Day. It's officially Washington's Birthday, honoring the first president and the original American yardstick for measuring greatness.

The Trump administration’s threats along the increasingly militarized Texas border can’t overshadow a century-old celebration ...

Here's what will be open or closed on Presidents Day from banks and stock markets to USPS mail delivery: Presidents Day or Washington's birthday is on Monday, Feb. 17, 2025. Presidents Day is ...

Major stock and bond markets will be closed Monday in observance of George Washington’s birthday, commonly referred to as Presidents’ Day. They will run normal schedules the remainder of the week.

Presidents Day falls on Feb. 17 this year. Here's what to know about what's open and closed in Wisconsin on the federal ...

Meghan Markle has a new girl squad! The Duchess of Sussex, 43, joined her gal pals last week to celebrate her longtime friend Kerry Washington’s birthday. The “Scandal” actress, who turned ...