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Fireworks like these may not be happening as often as they used to.

Fourth of July fireworks canceled and delayed due to worker shortage

Jul 02, 2022
The fireworks industry was hit hard during the pandemic, and now they are struggling to meet demand for their biggest day of the year.
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Animals
Dogs and cats can be particularly sensitive to loud noises such as fireworks. Here, a dog watches an Independence Day parade in Takoma Park, Md., in 2013.

Get Ready For The Fireworks. How To Keep Your Pets Safe And Happy This 4th Of July

Jul 03, 2021
Independence Day fireworks can be dangerous and terrifying for our pets. Here's how animal experts advise keeping your furry friends safe this weekend.
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Fire Officials Concerned Over Uptick In Firework Sales

Jul 01, 2020

The Fourth of July is this Saturday and Nevadans are already linin

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Politics
President Trump delivered a speech in front of the Lincoln Memorial to celebrate Independence Day. Lawmakers are seeking details of the costs of flyovers and heightened security and raising questions about whether it was a political event.

Trump Announces 4th Of July Salute Again As Democrats Press For Costs Probe

Jul 08, 2019
Senate Democrats demanded a government investigation of the unknown costs for President Trump's Fourth of July Lincoln Memorial speech, military flyovers and heightened security.
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Clark County Cracks Down On Fireworks

Jun 25, 2018

Love them or hate them — every neighborhood, every 4th of July holiday has them. 

"They" are the neighbors that have driven to Nye County or Moapa and bought fireworks to put on a show. 

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Goats and Soda
Students march during the celebration of Ghana's 60 years of independence on March 6 in Accra.

Why I Love (And Question) Independence Day

Jul 03, 2017
He grew up marching to celebrate Ghana's independence and now marvels at America's big July 4 bash. George Mwinnyaa reflects on the meaning of independence.
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Around the Nation
Benjamin Franklin thought the turkey was a much more respectable bird than the eagle.

A Bird Of Courage And A Bash In Denmark: The July 4 You Didn't Know

Jul 04, 2015
In the U.S., people often spend the Fourth of July grilling hot dogs and wearing their patriotic clothing. But there's more to this annual holiday than fireworks.
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