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10 Things You Didn't Know About the Fourth of July

Danny Gallagher — Wed, 04 Jul 2012 13:54:06 +0000

The legend of America’s birth is only 236 years old. However, in that short amount of time, a number of legends that would normally take centuries to grow and multiply in any other civilization have sprung up. The Fourth of July may have been dedicated to celebrate the spirit and sacrifice that helped found the [...]

Don't Miss City Of Pasco's Grand Old 4th Celebration

Stacy Lee — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 16:36:40 +0000

4th of July falls on Wednesday this year — but don’t worry — there is plenty to see and do for this year’s Independence Day. Don’t miss the Dust Devils game Tuesday July 3 at 7:15 at Gesa Stadium with fireworks after the game against the Boise Hawks. On Wednesday, there is a pancake feed [...]

Patriotic American Movies: 10 Films That Honor the USA

Chip Sandalwood — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 14:38:06 +0000

For all the industries that have been shipped overseas, America is still the entertainment capital of the world. And what better way to celebrate our great nation than with its greatest exports? In honor of July 4th, here are 10 patriotic classics that are sure to turn the silver screen red, white and blue. ‘Saving [...]

River Of Fire Coming July 4th!

Faith Martin — Thu, 24 May 2012 21:09:19 +0000

Has anyone noticed this HUGE sign? Hard to miss! I remember years ago taking my little ones to the fireworks on the river in Columbia Park. It’s always crowded but quite spectacular! Sometimes you have to fight traffic a bit on the way out of the park when it’s all over. But, I think it’s [...]

The Biggest Fireworks Displays Across the Country

Jordan Breindel — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 20:42:25 +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. In honor of the Fourth, here are 10 great fireworks displays throughout the [...]

4th of July Celebrations – Kennewick & Pasco

Paul Drake — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 09:55:51 +0000

There’s plenty of ways to celebrate freedom this 4th of July! From Pasco’s Grand Old 4th Celebration to the 25th Annual River of Fire festival in Kennewick. Pasco’s Grand Old 4th begins it’s celebration July 3rd with the Tri-City Dustdevils at GESA Stadium with fireworks after the game. Then, on the 4th of July you [...]

10 America-Themed Songs for the Fourth of July

Jordan Breindel — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 22:00:45 +0000

American popular music has been around since before America even declared its independence. ‘Yankee Doodle,’ anyone? That classic was sung by Colonial American soldiers as early as The French and Indian War.

Since then, our country has established one of the richest musical traditions in the world. Many songs even deal with America itself, from ‘God Bless America’ to ‘God Bless the USA.’

Here’s a list of 10 to add to your Fourth of July playlist.