I can’t believe Memorial Day is around the corner, and that does mean that several businesses will be closed in the Columbia Basin on Monday, May 25th.
Need the Bank or Post Office? Here’s What’s Closed on Memorial Day
Most people hit the road with 33 million travelers out on the road during the three-day holiday.
From Banks to Mail Delivery: What Shuts Down Memorial Day in Tri-Cities
If you are sticking around the Tri-Cities, these are the places that you’ll find closed on Monday:
- U.S. Post Offices and regular USPS mail delivery
- Most banks and credit unions
- Federal, state, county, and city government offices
- Benton and Franklin County courts and many public services
- Most public schools and libraries
- Many medical clinics and administrative offices
- Some locally owned businesses and restaurants may close or reduce hours
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As you can see, several of the usual suspects are closed on a national holiday.
The good news is that plenty of places will be open, but be sure to check out business hours just in case.
- Grocery stores (often with holiday hours)
- Walmart, Target, and many retail stores
- Gas stations and convenience stores
- Movie theaters and many restaurants
- Parks, trails, and outdoor recreation areas
If you are headed out on the roadways this Memorial Day, please drive carefully and enjoy the weekend.
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