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July 4th Fireworks Shows and Celebrations Near Abilene

Dave Wheaton — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:43:10 +0000

The Big Country skies will be lit up in celebration of Independence Day this year. Most communities are including the light shows as part of hometown celebrations, and promise to be worth your time. Here’s a list of places you can go to celebrate the 4th of July with fireworks shows and celebrations in and [...]

Share Your Fireworks Pictures With Us [VIDEO]

Frank Pain — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 14:21:04 +0000

Another 4th of July has come and gone and what we are left with are the memories of the day and hopefully some great pictures of the fireworks. Whether it was a professionally produced fireworks show or just a small sparkler display with your kid in the backyard, we'd like to see your pictures and share them with everyone else.

Fireworks Fail! San Diego's July 4th Display Goes Off All at Once

Don Deane — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 14:20:23 +0000

While the rest of us were enjoying a lengthy 4th of July fireworks show last night, San Diego residents got completely robbed when their display went off all at once in a spectacular explosion that lasted a mere 15 seconds. Advertised as one of the largest fireworks displays in the nation, the Port of San [...]

What We Should Know About Our Nations History So As Not To Repeat It

Shay Hill — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 03:07:27 +0000

It’s the 4th of July and there are a lot of history shows on television today. I started with the “John Adams” mini-series on HBO now I’m onto “America: The Story of Us” on the History Channel. I’ve realized how little history I really know. I have to admit history was one subject in school [...]

Happy Fourth of July – Rockers Celebrate on Twitter

Mary Ouellette — Wed, 04 Jul 2012 19:07:56 +0000

Sean Gallup, Getty Images Happy Fourth of July! As we descend upon Independence Day here in the United States, people around the country are celebrating our great nation. Always patriotic, your favorite rockers are speaking out as well. Several musicians have posted on Twitter wishing America a Happy Birthday and safe celebrations to all their [...]

Do You Agree with the Central Message of the Declaration of Independence? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 18:40:53 +0000

The Fourth of July is about more than just fireworks and hot dogs. When our Founding Fathers got together on that fateful day in 1776 to ratify the Declaration of Independence they were forwarding some ideas about government and democracy that were pretty radical at the time. One of the central tenants of the Declaration [...]

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

Danny Gallagher — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 16:54:06 +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 [...]

The Most Unsurprising Study Ever Reveals Most Fireworks-Related Injuries Happen in July

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 14:49:27 +0000

Here’s a fact that should shock absolutely no one.

A survey conducted by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission indicates that most fireworks-related injuries take place during or around the Fourth of July holiday festivities.

Watch Guys Blow Themselves Up In This Awesome July 4th Fireworks FAIL Supercut

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 17:30:20 +0000

Fireworks may have originally been a product of China, but there is nothing more American than setting these babies on fire for July 4th. Alcohol also happens to be a big part of our Independence Day traditions, and when booze is combined with firecrackers things can get pretty messy. However, what is bad for fingers [...]

10 Amazing Tips and Tricks to Make You a Grill Master

Carl Pettit — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 13:59:07 +0000

The sun is out, your friends are over and the kids are splashing around in the pool. Ah yes, it’s summertime, and you’re just dying to break out your grill or smoker and throw an amazing barbeque party in your backyard, at the beach, or wherever you happen to be. Once you’ve invited all your [...]

July 4th Neighborhood Parades Are Alive and Well in Abilene [VIDEO]

Rudy Fernandez — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 02:37:10 +0000

s the fourth of July nears, there are a lot of celebrations going on in Abilene and the Big Country. First off, there are two neighborhood parades I’m aware of, the Amarillo Street Parade and the Hillcrest neighborhood parade. The later will take place Wednesday July 4th. There are a lot of other Independence Day celebrations going on, here’s a list of what I’ve gathered so far.

Quick and Easy 4th of July Recipes

Shay Hill — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 22:29:21 +0000

Streeter Lecka/Getty Images July 4th holiday will be here a week from today! So you want to do something fun and have friends over for a picnic/bbq and you're at a loss as to what you should serve; other than hot dogs and hamburgers. Well I just happen to have a few quick, easy and [...]

Patriotic American Movies: 10 Films That Honor the USA

Chip Sandalwood — Sun, 24 Jun 2012 21:38:06 +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 [...]

The 10 Most Awesome Fourth of July Fireworks Displays from Around the US [VIDEOS]

Townsquare Staff — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 17:00:26 +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.

Here are 10 great fireworks displays throughout the country. If your city didn’t make it, don’t worry — we’re sure it’s just as good.

July 4th Events in Abilene

Shay Hill — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 21:46:11 +0000

Well here we are again, almost July and that means celebrations of all kinds to honor our nations independence. Some of us celebrate with family and friends, just small gatherings and others go all out with huge parties that include the entire neighborhood. Then, of course, there are the public events with family friendly environments and fireworks to top it all off. I did some research and found the following events here in the the Big Country for everyone to attend.

Flag Waving Abilene Businesses are Breaking the Law and Lack Flag Etiquette [GALLERY]

Rudy Fernandez — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 03:37:10 +0000

As July 4th nears, many of us will be flying Old Glory high and proud, with that comes the responsibility and respect for our flag. There are laws that govern how and when the Stars and Stripes can be flown. I have noticed that a lot of Abilene businesses fly the American flag all year-round, not just on holidays. Some of our local businesses are in violation of flag laws and lack flag etiquette.

Fireworks Display In Abilene [PHOTOS]

Chaz — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 16:10:57 +0000

The Fireworks display was back in Abilene once again after a one year absence from the Fourth of July festivities – and, holy crap, did they ever come back. There is no doubt in my mind, that this year’s display was the best I have ever seen in Abilene – period! Me and the family [...]

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 [...]

Big Country Fireworks Displays And Bans

Chaz — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 21:17:38 +0000

With no rain and very hot temperatures across the Big Country, several counties have put up fireworks bans. So far here in Abilene (Taylor County), the fireworks display is still on. Click through for a complete list of displays still on, as well as the counties under the fireworks ban. Honestly, with all of [...]

10 America-Themed Songs for the Fourth of July [VIDEOS]

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.