On the same grounds in Philadelphia where the United States declared its sovereignty from British rule more than two centuries ago, the Army defending that independence celebrated its 250th anniversary Saturday.

Whipple’s Reading has become an annual tradition in Kittery since its start in 2019, just before the COVID pandemic, to celebrate the Fourth of July. The ceremony typically takes place the weekend before the actual holiday weekend, at or near USS Thresher Memorial Park next to Town Hall.

Coon Rapids opens registration for its July 4th celebration parade and calls for food trucks to join the festivities.

Liberty Hill Middle School, 13125 TX-29, Liberty Hill Devine Lake Park, 1807 Waterfall Ave., Leander Mason Homestead, 1101 S. Bagdad Road, Leander Leander Public Library, 1011 S. Bagdad Road, Leander July 19, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; July 20, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

MacCubbin gives Florida gardening advice about container gardens and care of crape myrtles, blue daze plants, trimming palms, azaleas and pentas

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Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, marks a pivotal moment in American history, commemorating the emancipation of the last enslaved African Americans. As a federal holiday, it prompts questions about the availability of services and businesses.

The hooves of some of the world’s most famous horses will clomp through eastern Idaho next month. The Budweiser Clydesdales will make three appearances at the beginning of July. Those who wish to see the mascots of the Anheuser-Busch company will have three chances,