The Origins of Valentine's day wasn't always so romantic...- Lanai Jarrico Reporting...

 Valentine’s Day is a holiday dating as far back as the 5th century A.D. originating from Paganism and the Lupercalia Festival. This event was held on February 15th each year in the city of Rome. It was a sexually charged event with random hookups, violent and bloody celebration which included animal sacrifices to ward off evil spirits and promote fertility. With the rise of Christianity, the Lupercalia Festival was outlawed and deemed...

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The Legend of St. Valentine and Valentine's Day - CeciliaRosalie Resident Reporting...

Saint Valentine Every February 14, across the United States and in other places around the world, although it remains a working day in most of them. Candy, flowers and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. But who is this mysterious saint, and where did these traditions come from? The Legend The history of Valentine's Day--and the story of its patron saint--is shrouded in mystery. February has long been...

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