Why do we have federal holidays? We give a brief, lyrical history of U.S. observations.
Scripps News LifeHolidays and Celebrations Actions Facebook Tweet Email Why Do We Have Federal Holidays? A brief history of U.S. holiday observations. Prev Next By: Simon Kaufman Posted Why do we have federal holidays? We give a brief, lyrical history of U.S. observations. Copyright 2025 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Most Recent Brian Walshe found guilty of murdering his wife, who disappeared years ago AP via Scripps News Group Army identifies two Iowa National Guard members killed in Syria attack Scripps News Group 4 charged with plotting New Year's Eve attacks in California, prosecutors say AP via Scripps News Group Life Put a festive holiday twist on classic Hanukkah latkes with this recipe Jessica DeLuise Rob Reiner's son suspected of murder after deaths of director and his wife AP via Scripps News Group Advocate says Instacart pricing may violate laws, urges attorney general action Justin Boggs Watch Scripps News on your favorite app or smart TV. About Scripps News Download the Scripps News app.