Memorial Day

The story of military service often centers on deployment and combat, but Memorial Day can also spotlight the years that follow.

Florida’s first big beach-and-boat weekend is also one of its easiest weekends to underestimate. Lightning can strike while the sun is still out nearby, thunder means you are already close enough to be hit, and the safest shelter is not a tent, pavilion, or golf cart.

A high-pressure system will keep the fronts well north of Florida, but energy impulses will bring rounds of storms that will affect different regions of Florida.

Memorial Day is May 25. From ceremonies to an honor fest and concert, here are options on what to do this holiday weekend.

It's in honor of the holiday and the nation's 250th anniversary.

Even with pump prices at a four-year high, AAA anticipates a record 45 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles for the upcoming Memorial Day holiday weekend.

Florida's annual boating accident report tells of death and injuries, but includes ways to stay safe and have fun: wear life jackets, pay attention, follow the rules, go slow.

Memorial Day is on May 26. From free admission to Florida State Parks on Monday to ceremonies, there are plenty of options on what to do this holiday weekend.

Fred Faulkner wrote "The Ardennes March" as a tribute to his comrades. It's part of what he calls his U.S. Military Suite.

The pool was supposed to be open by Memorial Day. Because of spring water leaking into the pool, the city of Tampa closed it indefinitely.

Tampa International Airport officials expect a four percent increase in summer travel compared to 2023. Starting on Memorial Day weekend, TPA will see an average of about 71,000 passengers a day.

There are many different events that Tampa Bay residents can choose from to commemorate Memorial Day.