Fourth of July

Thursday, June 30, 2011

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid announced that the chamber will cancel its July 4th recess next week, a decision aimed at pressuring negotiators to reach a deal on the looming debt limit.While the move throws a wrench into long-held plans by senators on both sides of the aisle, it also shows Reid is aware of the optics of taking a week off while the nation...

Canada Day

Thursday, June 30, 2011

Typically, Canada Day celebrations include parades, fireworks, barbecues and other get-togethers. Get the complete Canada Day Checklist, including lyrics to O Canada in French and English.Schools, banks, government offices and many other stores and businesses are closed on July 1st. Call ahead to restaurants, stores and tourist attractions to confirm Canada...