Tag: Independence Day
How did COVID-19 affect 4th of July business in the Cape Fear?
With restrictions on gatherings, social distancing, and reduced capacity at stores and restaurants, how did COVID-19 affect 4th of July business in the Cape Fear?
Small crowd, no floats in Southport this Fourth of July
Coronavirus isn't stopping Fourth of July activities in Southport. Residents are not letting this 225 year old tradition die.
Navassa Parade battles heat and humidity Saturday morning
The jump rope queen was just one of the many talents of the Navassa parade on Saturday.
4th of July celebration wraps up along Wilmington riverfront
It was a spectacular night along the riverfront in downtown Wilmington, despite some spots of rain here and there, as the annual 4th of July fireworks celebration was held.
Hannah Block Historic USO open house takes visitors back to 1940s
Do you remember the music and movement of the 1940's? Well in case you forgot or did not get to experience it, some people had that chance on Independence day at the Hannah Block Historic USO.
President Trump speaks at ‘Salute to America’ celebration in Washington, DC
President Trump is throwing a 4th of July celebration in Washington.
Excessive heat sends multiple people attending festival to hospital for dehydration
Sweltering heat blanketed southeast North Carolina Thursday sending eight people to the hospital for dehydration during the North Carolina's 4th of July Festival.
Boy Scouts take part in flag retirement ceremony in Southport
Many across the country are flying their American flags high in celebration of Independence Day, but do you know what to do with your flag once it becomes worn and tattered?
Holiday reminder: individual use of fireworks is illegal in North Carolina
Not only is it categorically illegal to use fireworks in his town, but with the unusually dry period it's particularly dangerous around our area right now.