What's the history behind Valentine's Day cards?

Area florist extra busy on Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is the second busiest day of the year for many florists, leaving them sending out thousands of orders.

Weather Talk: History of Valentine's Day weather

Meteorologist Tony Pann walks through the history of Valentine's Day weather in Maryland.

A Love Story That's Gay for Valentine's Day

To demonstrate that queer love is very much part of the traditionally hetero holiday, Corey and Andrew Hamilton tell us how they fell (and stay) in love.

Earnest or playful, that Valentine's card has a history

Hallmark, which began offering Valentine's Day cards in 1913, estimates that today, 145 million Valentine’s Day cards are exchanged annually

How did the tradition of Valentine's Day cards begin?

The custom of giving cards and other tokens of affection in mid-February goes back centuries, with some from the 19th century called 'Vinegar Valentines.'

How did the tradition of Valentine's Day cards begin?

The custom of giving cards and other tokens of affection in mid-February goes back centuries, with some from the 19th century called 'Vinegar Valentines.'