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ST. PATRICK'S DAY


Ride-Share Drivers Strike Over Uber, Lyft Fuel Surcharges

Some drivers went on strike for St. Patrick's Day, saying the new surcharges — meant to help address rising fuel costs — don't go far enough.

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St. Patrick's Day Parades Return After Long COVID Hiatus

The annual event, which dates back to 1762, was one of the first celebrations to be canceled when the pandemic began back in March 2020.

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St. Patrick's Day Parades Return After Long COVID Hiatus

The annual event, which dates back to 1762, was one of the first celebrations to be canceled when the pandemic began back in March 2020.

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Lynchburg families come out to Riverside Park for St. Patrick’s Day scavenger hunt

On Thursday afternoon, people in the Hill City gathered to help find the pot of gold for Parks & Rec’s Saint Patrick’s Day scavenger hunt.

WATCH: Pres. Biden hosts a St. Patrick’s Day event

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris hosted a St. Patrick’s Day event at the White House on Thursday at 5 p.m.

Let's play! Buxton digs in, MLB spring games finally begin

Baseball’s bitter 99-day lockout moved a little further back in the rearview mirror when spring training games began Thursday.

NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade Turns Pandemic Blues Irish Green

The world's largest and oldest St. Patrick's Day celebration has returned after token processions during the pandemic.

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NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade Turns Pandemic Blues Irish Green

The world's largest and oldest St. Patrick's Day celebration has returned after token processions during the pandemic.

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Quiz: How much do you know about St. Patrick’s Day?

St. Patrick’s Day is here! How much do you know about the holiday, beyond the green beer? Do you know anything about St. Patrick himself, or why we celebrate?

Where you can celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Downtown Roanoke

Where you can celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Downtown Roanoke and what local businesses are offering up.

Luck o’ the Irish shines through after morning rain St. Paddy’s Day

Temperatures rise into the 60s after a batch of morning rain on St. Patrick's Day

Dyeing the Chicago River green is a St. Patrick's Day tradition. How did it start?

For 60 years, Chicago has turned its downtown river green to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. The annual tradition actually has its roots in a big problem for the city: sewage.

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How climate change may affect the beer you drink on St. Patrick’s Day

Warming temperatures will impact three of the key ingredients in beer: barley, hops and water

Spring showers move in late Wednesday, early St. Patrick’s Day

Temperatures stay mild the rest of the week despite rounds of showers

Rain, rain go away! Shamrock Festival hoping to go on in downtown Roanoke this weekend

St. Patrick’s Day festivities are happening again in downtown Roanoke this weekend.

St. Patrick's Day in Savannah revived after virus hiatus

Park fountains are gushing with water dyed bright green, hotels are filling up and bar owners are making sure they have lots of beer and extra staff to sell it.

DMV urges Virginia drivers to stay safe on St. Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick’s Day is this Thursday, and the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles is warning drivers to make smart decisions while celebrating.

Roanoke’s St. Patrick’s Day preps underway despite windy, winter forecast

A pandemic later and after three years of anticipation, Mother Nature had her own plans for the City of Roanoke’s Shamrock Festival.

How you can celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this weekend in downtown Roanoke

How you can celebrate St. Patrick's Day this weekend in Downtown Roanoke

Budweiser Clydesdales staying at Hollins University until Roanoke’s St. Patrick’s Day parade

The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales are back in Roanoke ahead of St. Patrick’s Day festivities this weekend.

Try Duck Donuts’ Lucky Duck assortment this St. Paddy’s Day

Duck Donuts is bringing some extra magic to St. Patrick’s Day.

McDonald’s is bringing back its St. Patrick’s Day treats

McDonald's seasonal favorite is back in time for St. Patrick's Day.

Lexington couple looking to channel the luck of the Irish on St. Patrick’s Day for their business

LEXINGTON, Va. – A small business in downtown Lexington is hoping this St. Patrick’s Day brings them some much-needed luck. Patrick’s Day traditionally for us has marked the beginning of our busy season,” explained Celtic Tides owner John Morman. This year, the holiday is a marker of hope for the small shop that knows how special St. Patrick’s Day really is. Through creative measures, optimism and the discovery of business resources, they’ve been able to keep their doors open. Mr. Morman serves on the National Retail Federations Small Business Council.

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day 2021 with this verdant view of Ireland from space

The NOAA-20 satellite captured this stunning image of Ireland on March 16, 2021, just ahead of St. Patrick's Day. (Image credit: NOAA)Ireland is already showing off verdant green finery in an image captured from space one day before the island's iconic holiday, St. Patrick's Day. The satellite loops from pole to pole more than a dozen times a day, looking down on wherever the planet is experiencing mid-afternoon. And with a little luck, NOAA-20 caught the island nearly bare of clouds that otherwise mask the satellite's view. The result is a stunning image of the aptly named "Emerald Isle."

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Biden recommits to Good Friday accord on St. Patrick's Day

President Joe Biden speaks during a virtual meeting with Ireland's Prime Minister Micheal Martin on St. Patrick's Day, in the Oval Office of the White House, Wednesday, March 17, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)WASHINGTON – President Joe Biden marked St. Patrick’s Day on Wednesday by recommitting the U.S. to the Good Friday Agreement, which has come under increasing stress following the United Kingdom's exit from the European Union. Before the meeting, the president attended a morning Mass at the aptly named St. Patrick’s Church near his family home in Wilmington, Delaware, then returned to the White House to partake in the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, which were toned down due to the coronavirus pandemic. In keeping with recent tradition, the water in fountains outside the White House ran green for the day. Biden and Martin also emphasized their commitment to addressing global challenges and combating the coronavirus, among other issues, the White House said.

90 million of the $1,400 stimulus checks have been deposited. Here's who got a payment

ljubaphoto | E+ | Getty ImagesAbout 90 million Americans now have those $1,400 stimulus checks in their bank accounts. More from Personal Finance:Here's who qualifies for the new $1,400 stimulus checksNew $1,400 stimulus checks could be garnished for unpaid debtsWhy Americans paid over $66 million to cash first stimulus checks Recipients of this first tranche include those who provided direct deposit information on their 2019 or 2020 tax returns, or who submitted their information through the IRS non-filer tool last year. The majority of the stimulus payments will be sent by direct deposit, according to the IRS. The ACH Network is a payment system that enables direct deposits and payments to accounts at U.S. banks and credit unions nationwide. Nacha organization that oversees the ACH NetworkWith every ACH payment — or direct deposit — instruction, there is a corresponding date, according to the National Automated Clearing House Association, or Nacha, the organization that oversees the ACH Network.

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Roanoke mayor scorns late night St. Patrick’s Day celebrations downtown

ROANOKE, Va. – Hundreds of people flocked to downtown Roanoke Saturday night to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, but Roanoke Mayor Sherman Lea believes their decision may set the city back in its battle against COVID-19. “We do not want another spread that could affect me, you and others if we have a spread in this city again,” Lea said. Lea said while Roanoke’s COVID-19 vaccination rates are improving, they are not high enough in his opinion for gatherings as large as of Saturday night’s festivities. He says he will look to enforce COVID-19 capacity guidelines more harshly in the city after the celebrations. What we want to do is save lives.”Lea said restaurants are liable to face punishment if they violated capacity guidelines on Saturday.

St. Patrick’s Day crowd comes to Roanoke, despite lack of a parade

ROANOKE, Va. – Roanoke was not able to host its trademark St. Patrick’s Day Parade for the second straight year, but a crowd still came downtown to celebrate the occasion on Saturday. Many people who came out said they’re celebrating not just St. Patrick’s Day, but the optimism of declining COVID-19 cases and loosened restrictions. He came downtown because he’s grateful to live another day after his battle. “When you’re in a hospital and you’re on oxygen, you may or may not come out,” Seligman said. Martin’s owner Jason Martin said the day gives him hope that the parade and normal celebrations can return in 2022.

Downtown Roanoke St. Patrick’s Day festivities continue during COVID-19 pandemic

ROANOKE, Va. – Streets usually filled with a sea of green will be relatively empty this weekend. Downtown Roanoke canceled its St. Patrick’s Day parade and Shamrock Festival, but restaurants are still open for business. Bryan Summerson from Big Lick Brewing Company said they’re not officially celebrating St. Paddy’s Day until Wednesday. “We really want to actively discourage any major social gatherings around St. Patrick’s Day. Roanoke native Cricket Price, who just got vaccinated, said she is laying low this year.

Stunt on everyone this St. Patrick’s Day with these looks

We’ve struck gold with these outfits! 310 Rosemont shows us outfits that you can wear when you celebrate St. Patty’s Day.

Have you ever tried ‘nature’s cereal’ yet?

Join Bridget and Lindsey as they discuss the trending breakfast called “nature’s cereal” and the founder of ‘Slim N Sassy’ interviewing with NBC.

Roanoke businesses look to ‘weather the storm’ amid St. Patrick’s Day COVID-19 cancelations

ROANOKE, Va. – Once again, due to the coronavirus, Roanoke has canceled its St. Patrick’s Day festivities. “It’s by far our busiest day of the year, I mean hands down,” said Jason Martin, the owner of Martin’s Downtown. Downtown Roanoke Inc. announced Monday that it’s canceling the city’s annual parade and Shamrock Festival, citing current restrictions. Business owners will be thankful for any kind of boost right now, but even more thankful when things return to normal. “I think our goal is to weather the storm,” Broyles said.

Possibility of Roanoke St. Patrick’s Day events remains uncertain for 2021

ROANOKE, Va. – The future of one of Roanoke’s most notable traditions is still murky for 2021. The Roanoke St. Patrick’s Day Parade was one of the first major events canceled when the COVID-19 pandemic took hold in America last year. Downtown Roanoke, Inc. stated it is still too soon to decide if any St. Patrick’s ay events can happen this year, considering social distancing guidelines. “Obviously, we spread it out so people could come down here.”AdHowever, St. Patrick’s Day is the main event downtown business owners like Arton Williams look forward to. It’s just adaptability, trying to think on your feet and do whatever you can.”

Jim Gaffigan's 2020 set to music

I hope you had a good Thanksgiving. These are the same faces I celebrated St. Patrick's Day, Easter, Mother's Day and everyone's birthday with this year. Comedian Jim Gaffigan's Thanksgiving holiday was shared with the same people he's been in lockdown with since March. CBS NewsI cooked brats for these same six people and their same six faces on Labor Day, 4th of July, and Memorial Day. But it occurred to me, if the year 2020 were a song, it would be "Hotel California" by The Eagles.

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5 delicious meals to make in your Instant Pot for St. Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, and since most of us will be spending the holiday indoors instead of heading to our favorite pub, why not have yourself a delicious Irish meal straight from your Instant Pot?

Can you fathom no St. Patrick’s Day celebrations at pubs in Ireland?

A St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland without celebrations at local pubs? Yes, it is true, and just the latest example of how serious the coronavirus pandemic has become. The Irish government sent a release Sunday asking all pubs be closed from Sunday night until March 29 to help quell the spread of the coronavirus. St. Patrick’s Day celebrations surely will be affected around the world, and it’s hard to imagine you can’t even go to a pub in the heart of Ireland anymore to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. But that once again emphasizes the seriousness of the pandemic and the sacrifices so many are making.

Ireland closes all pubs and bars after packed weekend amid coronavirus pandemic

Those looking to get a pint on St. Patrick's Day at a pub in Ireland will now have to look elsewhere. The guidance comes after multiple videos were posted on social media this weekend showing packed watering holes in the country, prior to the St. Patrick's Day holiday on Tuesday. There is very clear public health advice. There is very clear public health advice. All St. Patrick's Day parades across Ireland were already canceled due to coronavirus early last week.

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Roanoke restaurants continue St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, despite statewide coronavirus concerns

ROANOKE, Va. – Hundreds of events across Virginia and the nation have been canceled due to the coronavirus crisis, but restaurants in downtown Roanoke still went on with their St. Patrick’s Day plans. Two restaurants held large celebrations on Saturday, despite the cancellation of Roanoke’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade scheduled for the same day. In text messages to 10 News, owner Jason Martin said St. Patrick’s Day is the busiest and most important day for the restaurant. He said attendance dipped by 25 percent due to the coronavirus crisis and the cancelled parade. Corned Beef and Company also held an outdoor event on the stretch of Jefferson Street outside of its restaurant.

Corned Beef and Company rolls out specials for St. Patrick’s Day

Corned Beef and Company rolls out specials for St. Patrick’s DayPublished: March 12, 2020, 1:05 pmWith St. Patrick's Day coming up Corned Beef and Company is rolling out some tasty specials and as always a big party to pair them with!

Roanoke seeking volunteers for its St. Patrick’s Day Parade

ROANOKE, Va. – Roanoke’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade is right around the corner, but the city needs your help for it to run smoothly. Downtown Roanoke Inc. needs up to 70 volunteers to assist with parade operations. Volunteer jobs include lining up the parade floats, checking IDs and serving concessions. The organization does have some volunteers who help with the parade every year, but more are needed this year because of some special guests. The parade takes place on March 14.

Budweiser Clydesdales to take part in Roanoke’s St. Patrick’s Day parade

ROANOKE, Va. – There will be a new addition to Roanoke’s annual St. Patrick’s Day parade this year. The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales will take part in the March 14 parade in downtown Roanoke. The eight-horse hitch will be harnessed and hitched to the famous red beer wagon for the annual parade that starts at 11 a.m. The “Gentle Giants,” as they are often referred to, will guide the beer wagon on the parade route traveling down Jefferson Street to Campbell Avenue, ending at Williamson Road. As we await their arrival, here are some fun facts about the Clydesdales:

Nike's new self-tying shoes; major canned tuna recall: #CBSNBusiness Headlines

Nike has unveilled self-tying shoes that automatically tighten and loosen for comfort; Bumble Bee recalls thousands of cans of tuna; and AAA will help you get home safely this St. Patrick's Day. Those headlines and more from CBS MoneyWatch's Hena Daniels at the New York Stock Exchange.

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Calendar: Week of March 16

Calendar: Week of March 16 Tuesday is St. Patrick's Day, and Friday is the first day of Spring - just some of the notable events of the week ahead. Jane Pauley reports.

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