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Thumbs Up To Fireworks Safety Next Time

Ken Hayes — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 14:38:45 +0000

It’s not 4th of July without fireworks. We had a couple of big boy fireworks, and then quite a few of little kid sparklers and things. Of course it was my job as Dad to light off all the fireworks. Which in turn, made typing today somewhat painful.The problem was lighting the fuse on about [...]

5 Things You Must Have To Celebrate 4th Of July Properly

Ken Hayes — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 16:37:39 +0000

It's the ultimate day to be an American, and it only happens once a year. You better get it right. Here's the things you absolutely need. If you don't have it, man badge revoked.

1. Brats or some other red meat - Not chicken, not hot dogs, and for God's sake no veggie burgers! July 4th everyone eats red meat. Vegetarians don't get to celebrate. Case closed.

Alan Jackson to Celebrate July 4th With Military Families

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 12:30:19 +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.

Happy 4th Of July! As You Celebrate Today, Enjoy A Real History Of Our Nation's Holiday

David Drew — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 06:00:29 +0000

I hope your 4th Of July Holiday is full of family, friends and fun! I recently read a report stating that fewer and fewer Americans know the full history of today's holiday so I thought it would be fun to share.

Variously known as the Fourth of July and Independence Day, July 4th has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, but the tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution (1775-83). In June 1776,

Enjoy A Video Tribute To America's Soliders And Our Country

David Drew — Sat, 02 Jul 2011 05:43:04 +0000

As we celebrate our independence, I think it’s important to also remember the brave men and women serving our country at home and abroad and these videos do a good job of that I think. Have a great 4th Of July and enjoy a few videos after the jump! This is a great song from [...]

Celebrate The 4th Of July In The Northland

Cathy Kates — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 14:39:32 +0000

B105′s news partners, The Northlands News Center has the list of Northland 4th of July festivities to help you make plans with your family…everything from parades and 5k’s, to music and fireworks displays. CLOQUET, MN: July 2—–Start off your 4th of July holiday with a street dance. Centerville all stars performing at Cheers! Music [...]