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4th of JulyNew Hanover Co. Veterans Council hosts Independence Day event For many, it's tradition to mark the Fourth of July with fireworks and family barbecues. Along with those activities, you can take part in several events marking the day of our country's independence. Co-chair of the New Hanover County Veterans Council Frank Roberts stopped by this week to tell us about what's happening tomorrow. Randy to the Rescue: NC 4th of July Festival Art Southport certainly takes Independence Day seriously, hosting the annual North Carolina 4th of July Festival. Southport native and WWAY design guru Randy Aldridge stopped by the festival to check out what the local artists have to offer this year. Sen. Hagan talks farms, Obama and the 4th About a week after the senate passed the 2012 farm bill in a 64-35 vote, Sen. Kay Hagan (D-NC) stopped by the WWAY studio to explain how the bill will impact North Carolinians. She spoke with "Good Morning Carolina" anchor Ashley Jacobs this morning about that and more. Senior Center honors Independence Day, military earlySubmitted by WWAY on Tue, 07/03/2012 - 5:21pm.READ MORE: 
Independence Day came a day early for at the New Hanover County Senior Resource Center, where they held an Independence Day Celebration today to not only celebrate, but to honor those who gave it all.
Full story...Wilmington Patriotic Concert changes venue due to heatSubmitted by WWAY on Fri, 06/29/2012 - 9:56pm.READ MORE:
The Wilmington Patriotic Concert scheduled for Sunday at 8 p.m. on the riverfront downtown is changing locations.
Full story... » Blazing temperatures could impact Southport festival activitiesSubmitted by Marissa Jasek on Fri, 06/29/2012 - 5:32pm.READ MORE: Hitching rides to Masonboro illegal, dangerousSubmitted by Katie Harden on Fri, 06/29/2012 - 4:54pm.READ MORE:
Masonboro Island is a popular destination on the 4th of July, but the increased population on the island during the holiday may cause some issues and even break some laws.
Masonboro Island has seen upwards of 2,000 people on summer holidays like the 4th of July.
Full story...Booze It & Lose It fires up for the FourthSubmitted by WWAY on Fri, 06/29/2012 - 4:41pm.READ MORE:
State and local law enforcement are out in full force this summer hoping to keep impaired drivers from getting behind the wheel. Today kicked off "Booze It & Lose It: Operation Firecracker" campaign.
Law enforcement has set up multiple check points across the state to keep impaired drivers off the road.
Full story...North Brunswick band marches in DC 4th of July paradeSubmitted by WWAY on Mon, 07/04/2011 - 3:42pm.READ MORE: Fireworks ready to fly along Cape Fear RiverSubmitted by Ryan Franklin on Mon, 07/04/2011 - 3:31pm.READ MORE:
The fireworks are set up for the Battleship Blast in Wilmington and ready to amaze tonight's 4th of July crowd. More than 2,000 fireworks are set up across the river in Battleship Park.
Full story...State Capitol holds free July 4th activitiesSubmitted by WWAY on Mon, 07/04/2011 - 2:01pm.READ MORE:
Independence Day in Raleigh again includes music, history and new citizens.
Full story... » On this Independence Day, take time to remember what it's all aboutSubmitted by WWAY on Mon, 07/04/2011 - 12:00am.READ MORE: We obviously all know the significance of the day, but what about the document that formed this nation and changed the world? If you've ever wondered what it was all about or always promised yourself you'd take a few minutes to read it, there's no more need for excuses. Here is your chance to read the Declaration of Independence, and on the 4th of July no less!
Full story...North Brunswick High School Band to perform in Washington, DC paradeSubmitted by John Rendleman on Fri, 07/01/2011 - 9:34pm.READ MORE:
The North Brunswick High School band is traveling to Washington, DC, to perform in the 4th of July parade there.
Full story... » Rental rates up for 4th of July holidaySubmitted by Meghan Torjussen on Thu, 07/15/2010 - 5:51pm.READ MORE:
According to a survey of 21 rental properties and hotels, 47 percent say bookings were about the same as last year''s holiday. Forty percent say numbers were up.
Full story... » A lesson in history: the Declaration of IndependenceSubmitted by Kevin Wuzzardo on Mon, 07/05/2010 - 4:35pm.READ MORE: As you wrap up your holiday weekend, did you take time to remember the meaning of Independence Day? With the help of some community leaders, WWAY shares the words that made America a free and independent nation 234 years ago.
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