Patrick Hite, Staunton News Leader July 3, 2024 at 12:45 PM·1 min read ...

If you tried that and the balloons aren't showing up for you today, I'm wishing you a happy birthday and encourage you to watch this hour-long animation of sweet little balloons to celebrate.

July 3rd: Chattanooga, TN: Pops on the River at Coolidge Park, fireworks at 9:45 p.m. Collegedale, TN: Freedom Festival at Collegedale Commons, 4950 Swinyar Drive, fireworks at 9:30 p.m.

America’s birthday wouldn’t be the same without barbecue, beach days or that red, white, and blue sheet cake. But one staple of July 4th rises above the rest — literally!

STAUNTON — The News Leader's Patrick Hite previews Happy Birthday America with all of the activities scheduled for Wednesday night and Thursday. The fun starts Wednesday night with a vesper service ...