Several spots in Texas are offering Memorial Day food deals beginning this weekend. Veterans and military members can also enjoy some freebies.

Yes, liquor stores in Texas will be open on Memorial Day. According to the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, liquor stores are only required to close on Sundays, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. If Christmas or New Year’s falls on a Sunday, they must also close the following Monday.

Held ahead of Memorial Day, the annual ceremony at the Texas Capitol recognizes fallen military personnel and their families.

If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, check out this list of events and activities around East Texas.

Chetan Patel, who owns the APTx gym in Tyler, has hosted the challenge for the past nine years. He said although it is intense, it is worth every effort.

Drowning is the number one cause of accidental death for young children and a substantial risk for teens. Be water smart this summer.