America 250 : Everyday Hero Vignettes
Washington readies for Freedom 250 Indycar Grand Prix this weekend
State Department announces Trump passports will be available throughout the US
President Trump speaks on National Mall on July 4
Tampa celebrates America's 250th birthday with historic drone show and fireworks
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Burn bans and dry conditions limit personal fireworks in parts of Tampa Bay this Fourth of July
Local group encourages people to keep beaches clean this Fourth of July
MacDill Air Force Base shaped Tampa Bay and remains at the center of America's global military mission
Events in Your Area
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Nov. 11
WHAT: A Veterans Day parade on Main Street in Sarasota.
WHERE: Main Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
COST: Free to attend -
July 3 - Nov. 29
WHAT: Special map exhibit highlighting America’s history and Florida’s role in the nationwide America250 celebration.
WHERE: 801 Water St., Tampa
COST: Included with museum admission -
June 16-Dec. 6
WHAT: An exhibit highlighting the Tampa Bay area's role in American history
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE: The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, 201 10th St. W., Bradenton
COST: Included in museum ticket
Events In Your Area
America 250: The Stories
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Trump leads Freedom 250 event on National Mall after lengthy delay
A big July 4 birthday party for the United States is taking place in Washington, D.C., as the country marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Burn bans and dry conditions limit personal fireworks in parts of Tampa Bay
Manatee and Sarasota counties are under burn bans ahead of the Fourth of July, and dry conditions across the Tampa Bay area are prompting fire safety officials to urge residents to skip personal fireworks this holiday.
Lakeland celebrates America’s 250th birthday with Red, White and Kaboom
America is turning 250 years old, and it is being celebrated in true Lakeland style. T. Mims Corp. Red, White and Kaboom is the event of the summer in Lakeland.
Local group encourages people to keep beaches clean this Fourth of July
Local organizations say this Fourth of July could be one of the biggest celebrations we’ve ever seen on our beaches, and with large celebrations come trash.
220,000 passengers expected to travel through TPA for nation's 250th birthday
Nearly 6 million Americans are expected to fly this Fourth of July weekend, according to AAA, as the Country celebrates its 250th birthday.
Land O' Lakes veterans dedicate American flag that once flew over U.S. Capitol
A group of veterans in Land O' Lakes celebrated a hard-fought victory as they officially dedicated an American flag at their neighborhood clubhouse after months of work to install it.
