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Vacation: Kids Driving You Crazy on Those Road Trips [VIDEO]

Mario Garcia — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:28:27 +0000

The upcoming Memorial holiday weekend signifies the beginning of the summer vacation season. Millions of Americans will take to the road to head out to their favorite vacation destination, whether it be camping, swimming, hiking, or a theme park. And you can bet that those long road trips with the family is bound to spark up some argument at some point.

Tradition of Coins Left on the Gravestone of a Soldier

Jeff Easterling — Sun, 27 May 2012 22:00:32 +0000

You may have visited a cemetery before and may have seen a headstone with coins on it. Do you know why? I thought I would share with you the meaning of placing a coin on the grave marker of a soldier that has made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Of course, for [...]

Tim McGraw is Giving Free Homes To 25 Military Families [VIDEO]

Jeff Easterling — Fri, 25 May 2012 17:08:42 +0000

We thought this was a great story to kick off your Memorial Day weekend. Tim McGraw has partnered with the Wounded Warrior Project to give 25 mortgage free homes to 25 military families in need. The homes will be given to 25 different families, in 25 different cities on Tim’s upcoming “Brothers of the Sun [...]

Memorial Day – A Great 'National World War II Museum' to Visit [VIDEO]

Mario Garcia — Fri, 25 May 2012 15:00:39 +0000

Memorial Day Weekend is almost here. It's a day set aside to honor our veterans past, present, and future and a time for reflection for all those Americans who paid the price to preserve our freedom. Times change, but in my personal opinion, we still live in the greatest country on Earth. I wanted to take this time to tell everyone who might be taking vacations this summer to check out The National World War II Museum in New Orleans, La.

What's Happening in Texarkana – Events, Fundraisers and More

Mimi — Thu, 24 May 2012 14:19:24 +0000

It is a three-day weekend for most. Find out what is there is to do in and around the Texarkana area. Local Events This Weekend: Thursday, May 24: Movies in the Park, at Spring Lake Park Thursday at 8 p.m., “Puss in Boots” Rated PG. Admission is free! Bring your lawn chair or blanket. [...]

Memorial Day Weekend! What do You Plan on Doing? [POLL]

Lisa Lindsey — Thu, 24 May 2012 14:15:03 +0000

This weekend is the unofficial start of summer! Everyone looks forward to Memorial Day for that much needed three day weekend. As you’re enjoying the weekend with family and friends, remember what Memorial Day is really about! It’s a day to remember the men and women who have died while serving and protecting our country. [...]

Texarkana Ready to Remember Fallen Heroes on 'Memorial Day Holiday Weekend' [VIDEO]

Mario Garcia — Wed, 23 May 2012 16:05:11 +0000

The unofficial start to the summer season starts this Memorial Day holiday weekend. Whether you’re heading to the lakes or grilling outside at your home, let’s not forget what this weekend is truly about: our veterans who lost their lives defending our freedom.There will be Four Memorial Day services in Texarkana this weekend. The first [...]

Are You Planning to Grill for Memorial Day? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 21 May 2012 19:33:01 +0000

Memorial Day is known as the unofficial start of grilling season. So does that mean you will be firing up your barbecue come May 28? According to the 23rd annual Weber GrillWatch Survey, 71 percent of American grill owners will be cooking outside this Memorial Day. That’s up from the 61 percent who said they would [...]

Memorial Day in Texarkana – What is Open and What is Closed?

Jathan Fink — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 21:50:30 +0000

Memorial Day is when Americans honors all of the men and women who died during any war that the United States fought in. But it is also the time when, from sea to shining sea, many of us get together with friends and family to celebrate what truly matters: freedom, family, and brotherhood. This year, [...]

Heart Warming Videos Of Soldiers' Surprise Homecomings [VIDEO]

Jeff Easterling — Mon, 30 May 2011 17:01:59 +0000

On Memorial Day, we commemorate all the U.S. soldiers who’ve died while serving our country. With so many of our servicemen and women currently on dangerous overseas assignments, it’s also a time to think about their sacrifice, and the sacrifice of their families back home. In these videos, families of soldiers get the surprise and [...]

Remembering Our Fallen Hero's [Video]

Scott Mills — Mon, 30 May 2011 13:33:13 +0000

Here are some video salutes to our fallen heroes. Let us never forget their sacrifice to our nation.

The History of Memorial Day

Lisa Lindsey — Mon, 30 May 2011 12:17:24 +0000

Today is Memorial Day. Please take some time today and remember the men and women who died fighting for our country. Memorial Day was originally known as Decoration Day. There are a lot of different stories about how it started but there is evidence that women in the South started decorating graves of the fallen [...]

Easton Corbin At Magic Springs Memorial Weekend [VIDEO]

Mario Garcia — Fri, 27 May 2011 16:07:52 +0000

The Memorial weekend kicks off this weekend, plenty of time for backyard BBQ’s, spending time at the lake, having a pool party, or you could even take the short drive to Magic Springs to see country star Easton Corbin in concert Saturday night.That’s right one of country music’s hottest new stars Easton Corbin kicks off [...]

God Bless Our Troops This Memorial Day [VIDEO]

Mario Garcia — Fri, 27 May 2011 16:06:32 +0000

The Memorial holiday weekend is here, the unofficial start to the summer season. I know several friends heading outdoors to the lake this weekend. Maybe your going camping or maybe your planning a cookout with the family or taking in a new movie.Whatever you choose to do this weekend try and make it a safe [...]

Scott's List of the Top Things to do on Memorial Day Weekend…

Scott Mills — Tue, 24 May 2011 16:18:59 +0000

Ahhh, Memorial Day Weekend. The unofficial beginning of summer. Time to clean off the grills, get the pools ready, stock up on sunscreen and get outdoors! Here is my top 5 list of things to do this weekend! 5.) Get out of town! The Theme Parks are open and there are numerous festivals happening within [...]

Memorial Day Weekend Movie Guide

KKYR- Kicker 102.5 — Mon, 23 May 2011 13:14:07 +0000

Since we can’t spend the entire Memorial Day weekend barbecuing, many Americans observe the day by hopping over to the local cinema to take in a blockbuster movie and some free air conditioning. Memorial Day 2011 boasts some great flicks, from the Kenneth Branagh-directed treatment of “Thor” to the much-anticipated sequel to “The Hangover” to [...]