Presidents Day 2018: Retailers offer big discounts, sales for Presidents Day

5 things to know about Presidents Day It was established in 1885 to celebrate President George Washington's birthday (Feb. 22) nationwide. In 1968, Congress passed a law to celebrate Washington on the third Monday in February instead, part of an effort to create more three-day weekends for workers. The holiday is still designated as "Washington's Birthday" in section 6103(a) of title 5 of the United States Code. In the early 1970s, Presidents’ Day became the commonly accepted name, due in part to the ho

With Presidents Day on Monday, Feb. 19, retailers are offering mega discounts and sales through the holiday weekend.

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Here are some of the most popular online deals you should take advantage of:

Wayfair

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Most sales ends Feb. 21.

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Kohls

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  • Pre-Presidents Day sale and clearance Up to 70 percent off
  • Extra 15 percent off site wide or 20 percent off $100+ with code QUICK

Most sales end Feb. 20.

Joss and Main

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JCPenney

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Use code 2DEALS through Feb. 19 for one of the following:

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Best Buy

Best Buy has routinely beaten its own forecasts recently.

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Target

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Walmart

Customers filling new prescriptions for oxycodone, fentanyl and other Class II narcotics at Walmart and Sam’s Clubs pharmacies will get a free DisposeRX packet that allows for safe disposal of the unused drugs. (Dreamstime)

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Huge savings on everything from kitchen appliances to TVs. Some major deals include:

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