How some Easter traditions were inspired by ancient spring rituals

Easter is a time when Christians celebrate the resurrection of Christ, but a few aspects of the holiday were adopted from religions outside of Christianity.

Inflation, bird flu impact US bakeries ahead of Easter 2022

The egg price spike is hitting bakeries especially hard, and the days leading up to Easter are some of the busiest of the year for pastry, cookie, and other sweets sales.

Easter Egg Roll returns after 2-year, COVID-induced hiatus

The first lady, a teacher, is calling it the “Egg-ucation Roll," aides said, and is turning the South Lawn into a school community with a variety of educational stations.

Parent dressed as Easter Bunny passes out condoms at Texas elementary school

A parent dressed as the Easter Bunny passed out unopened condoms as well as plastic eggs containing candy to students at Gullett Elementary School, says Austin ISD.

St. Patrick's Day: The history behind the holiday in the United States

However you view St. Patrick's Day — as a holy day of obligation, a celebration of Irish culture, or an excuse to imbibe a green pint of beer — millions across the globe will observe the holiday on March 17th. But other than "drowning the shamrock" and getting pinched for not wearing green, what do we really know about the holiday?

St. Patrick's Day food deals and restaurant specials in US

Restaurants, fast food chains that are offering St. Patrick's Day breakfast, brunch, dinner and dessert menu items

Dallas Mavs legend Dirk Nowitzki named Grand Marshal of St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Dirk Nowitzki's jersey #41 was retired by the Mavericks earlier this year. And since it's the 41st annual parade, local leaders say it was fitting to have Nowitzki on board to celebrate the return of one of the largest events in Dallas.

Mardi Gras 2022: ‘Fat Tuesday’ celebrations return as COVID-19 cases drop

New Orleans and Mobile, Alabama, took center stage in celebrating Mardi Gras after the COVID-19 pandemic put a damper on last year’s celebrations.

Couples flock to courthouse for 2-22-22 wedding date

Love is in the air at the Collin County courthouse where a full day of weddings are scheduled. The couples who get married on Tuesday will have a hard time forgetting the date -- 2-22-22.

Dallas Greenville Avenue St. Patrick’s Day Parade set to return for 2022

The Dallas Greenville Avenue St. Patrick's Day Parade will happen this year after being canceled two years in a row because of the pandemic.

Valentine’s Day deals to get back at your ex

On Valentine’s Day, companies and businesses want you to feel vindicated by offering some deals and ways to get sweet revenge on your ex this holiday.

Chick-fil-A Valentine’s Day trays return this year

Chick-fil-A’s Valentine’s Day trays return this year, with both sweet and savory options sure to warm your loved one’s heart.

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Check out this fresh salad to help you with your new year's resolution to eat healthy from Uncle Julio's.

The top-selling Valentine’s Day candy by state revealed

The National Retail Federation is expecting candy sales to be at a record high this year with 56% of consumers planning to buy the sweet treats.