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Favorite Independence Day Song – Readers Poll

Billy Dukes — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 21:00:40 +0000

As America celebrates July 4th on Wednesday, we look at the top country songs that celebrate America. Check out this list of the Top 10 Independence Day Songs, and then decide which is your all-time favorite. Vote in the readers poll below, or write in another in the comments section.

It's Hot, It's Dry, It's The Fourth of July: Fireworks Safety Tips

Bruce — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 15:00:26 +0000

Setting off fireworks is illegal within the city limits of Sedalia, and the Pettis County Sheriff's Office and Fire Departments urge you not to set off your own fireworks this 4th of July. They suggest you attend the public display at the Missouri State Fairgrounds instead. That's good advice. And like all good pieces of advice, there will be people that won't follow it. Here are a few tips so you can be as safe as possible should you decide your own display is the way to go.

Alan Jackson to Celebrate July 4th With Military Families

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 15:00:19 +0000

Country music superstar Alan Jackson will help some deserving military families celebrate July 4th a little bit early this year. According to a post on Jackson’s website, the singer is slated to perform this coming Saturday (June 30) at Fort Sill, Okla. to kick off the military installation’s patriotic festivities.

The 10 Most Awesome Fourth of July Fireworks Displays from Around the US [VIDEOS]

Townsquare Staff — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 23:00:26 +0000

Forget about the dawn’s early light, this Fourth of July is all about the rockets’ red glare, the bombs bursting in air and maybe even a couple of spiders. Those are the ones that, well, look kind of like a spider, anyway.

Here are 10 great fireworks displays throughout the country. If your city didn’t make it, don’t worry — we’re sure it’s just as good.