How Are You Commemorating Memorial Day?

Memorial Day isn't just the unofficial beginning of summer. It began, according to historical accounts, in May 1868 and quickly grew into a national commemoration for those who lost their lives in the service of their country. Read on to find out how your area honors the day.  

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Join columnist and serviceman TJ Mayotte as he navigates the meaning of Memorial Day, noting how “after 10 years of war, which has left much of the American population relatively untouched, we are unsure how to celebrate the occasion. Is celebrate even the right word? Should we…observe Memorial Day? Mark it? Quietly purchase a yellow ribbon?” Take a moment to reflect in between BBQs on Elkridge Patch.


Government offices are generally closed and services shut down for the Memorial Day holiday, but don't think you can get away with parking anywhere you fancy. In Howard County, at least, parking rules are still enforced. Find out the details onSavage-Guilford Patch.


With gas prices lower and temperatures higher, Maryland residents are taking to the roads during the Memorial Day weekend. It's a combination almost no one can resist, according to Ellicott City Patch.