Majority of Americans say Memorial Day has lost its meaning, new poll finds

A new survey finds that 52% of Americans believe Memorial Day has lost its original meaning, even as many still associate the holiday with honoring fallen military members.

Memorial Day 2025: What’s open, closed

The vast majority of retailers will be open, with many trying to lure customers with big promotional sales.

Memorial Day 2025: Remembrance events happening around the Orlando area

This Memorial Day, our nation pauses to honor and remember the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives to protect our freedom and uphold democracy.

Sheriff Chitwood on preparing for busy Memorial Day weekend
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FOX 35 caught up with Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood to see how his agency is preparing for Memorial Day weekend.

Inside peek at the Peeps factor on Easter Sunday
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Easter is often associated with bright colors and sweet treats, something food manufacturer Just Born Quality Confections is quite familiar with. The company makes a variety of candies, including its classic popular holiday special: Peeps. Two billion Peeps are made per year.

Orlando hosts Easter egg hunt for the visually impaired
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Hunting for Easter eggs doesn't have to be a challenge for children with blindness. Beeping eggs gave blind kids the chance to enjoy an annual Easter tradition. FOX 35's Matt Trezza talks to some of the parents of the children to learn what this means for them.

Central Florida grocery stores open on Easter: What we know

With the Easter holiday right around the corner, here's a list of grocery stores you can rely on to grab some last minute essentials the day of.

Easter weekend ideas in Orlando
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Denise Spiegel, vice president of communications for Visit Orlando, joins FOX 35 to discuss ways to celebrate the Easter holiday weekend in Orlando.

Which stores are open and closed on Easter?

Here’s a list of which stores will be open and closed on Easter this year.

Making Easter pastries at Valencia College
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Chef Alex Erdmann, the Dean of the School of Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management, gives FOX 35's Marley Capper a behind-the-scenes look at the art of pastry making ahead of the Easter holiday.

Easter wouldn’t be the same without Peeps—here’s how they’re made

Whether you love them or leave them, Peeps are one of Easter’s most iconic candies. Here’s how they’re made, how many are produced, and what goes into the sugary marshmallow treats.

Make it Monday: Easter brunch must-haves
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On this segment of Make it Monday, we speak with Shanisty Ireland, an experienced lifestyle expert and content creator, about Easter brunch must-haves.

Egg shortage? Easter tradition gets a makeover with dyed potatoes

Easter is a holiday when Christians celebrate the resurrection of Christ, but a few aspects of the celebration are linked to ancient religious traditions.

Hop into spring at the Easter Festival in Eustis
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FOX 35's David Martin heads over to Eustis to check out the Easter Festival at Santa's Farm. The event runs multiple days in April and includes a multitude of festivities, such as Easter egg hunts, visits with the Easter Bunny, games, activities and a petting zoo.

When did April Fools’ Day start? The confusing history of April 1

Wondering why April 1 is all about jokes and hoaxes? Here’s a deep dive into the strange history and uncertain origins of April Fools’ Day, from calendar mix-ups to medieval pranks.