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What is the Fourth of July? Why the United States celebrates Independence Day on July 4
Known now as a day of patriotism and enjoying time off from work, the Fourth of July began the journey to becoming a ...
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4th of July: Why do we set off fireworks? American history lesson from July 4, 1776
On July 4, 1777, the Sons of Liberty set fireworks off over Boston Common and in Philadelphia the Pennsylvania Evening Post ...
Is the stock market closed on the Fourth of July? What to know about Independence Day hours
No. United States stock markets are closed on Friday, July 4, 2025. According to the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq ...
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Independence Day celebrations: Houston-area events, festivities to attend this Fourth of July
Looking for fun Fourth of July plans? Check out this list of top events—from fireworks and parades to festivals and live ...
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Independence Day festivities continue in Alderson with River Events
The competition was heating up on the Greenbrier River in the town hugged by two counties. Although Sunday was the final day ...
Independence Day is a federal holiday. What is closed on the Fourth of July in Indiana?
The Federal Reserve considers the Fourth of July a bank holiday, meaning most banks will be closed. Yes. United States stock ...
Fourth of July: Washington DC, NYC Macy's fireworks light up the sky on 249th US Independence Day | In Pics
Extravagant fireworks display on July 4 across the United States, including Washington DC and NYC Macy's fireworks, marked ...
What to know about Fourth of July holiday origins and traditions
Fireworks are a cornerstone of America's Fourth of July celebrations, but that can make the spirited holiday dangerous.