Halloween Merdes Law Office wishes you a safe and happy Halloween. October 31st brings the annual celebration of Halloween. Although the traditions and meaning behind the celebration have changed over time; The origins began with The Celts. The Celtic celebration was called Samhain, pronounced (sow-in). The celebration marked the end of the summer and harvest season. Starting a … [Read more...]
September 11
On September 11, 2001 - 19 extremist al Qaeda militants hijacked four airplanes and carried out suicide attacks against targets in the United States. Two of the planes were flown into the twin towers of the World Trade Center in New York City, a third plane hit the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, just outside Washington, D.C., and the fourth plane crashed in a field in Shanksville, … [Read more...]
National Back to School Prep Day
Annually on August 15, National Back to School Prep Day is observed. This day is set aside for school shopping and to start adjusting your schedule for the new school year. The school year may be different than the previous year, with the pandemic still happening. Virtual learning from home may be more common. How to Prep First, get your supplies ready. Check the list that your … [Read more...]
The Penny Black
This Day in History On May 1st, 1840 the United Kingdom issued the Penny Black stamp. The Penny Black was the first adhesive postage stamp used by a public postal service. Philatelists (stamp collectors) still covet The Penny Black, a rare find for collectors the worlds over. The Penny Black is known for its fine engraving and simplicity of design. The Penny Black features the profile … [Read more...]
America’s Original Inauguration Day
This Week In American History: In America the president of the United States is inaugurated every four years on January 20th. However, the original dates for presidential inaugurations: March 4th. It wasn’t until the second inauguration of President Roosevelt the date changed to January 20th. Now Inauguration Day is January 20th and the president’s term of office officially begins on … [Read more...]
National Safer Internet Day
Today, February 8, 2022, is National Safer Internet Day. National Safer Internet Day always falls on the second Tuesday of February. This year, the theme is “together for a better internet”. Fittingly, today is focused upon all stakeholders coming together to make the internet a safer place. Though the goal is making the internet safer for all, the focus will always be the safety of … [Read more...]
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