America 250 : Everyday Hero Vignettes
State Department announces Trump passports will be available throughout the US
100-year-old World War II veteran throws first pitch at Royals Fourth of July game
President Trump speaks on National Mall on July 4
A look at the United States 250 birthday through the eyes of KC veterans
Rain doesn’t dampen spirit at Parkville’s Independence Day parade
Rain won't stop Kansas City-area residents from buying fireworks, celebrating Fourth of July
The gift of staying home: How a fallen soldier's family found stability after tragedy
‘250: Celebrating America’ highlights stories of service, community and hope
Trump celebrates July 4 at Mount Rushmore amid divided public opinion
Times Square Ball will drop July 3 in historic celebration
Deep partisan divide over America's 250th birthday
This small Kansas town is showcasing its role in America's history
Events in Your Area
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July 3, 2026
Festival and Fireworks in Liberty -
July 4, 2026
America 250 in Atchison, Kansas -
July 4, 2026
USA Freedom Fest in Gladstone -
July 4, 2026
Summerfest 2026 in Lawrence -
July 4, 2026
Downtown Parade & Block Party in Liberty -
July 4, 2026
Independence Day at Missouri Town 1855 -
June 27 - July 6, 2026
Flags for Freedom in Merriam -
July 18, 2026
Craft Beer Crawl: Red, White and Brew in Liberty -
Sept. 7, 2026
Special Edition Reel Film Festival in Liberty -
Sept. 25-27, 2026
Fall Festival & themed Parade in Liberty -
Sept. 27, 2026
Potluck 250 in Liberty -
Oct. 24, 2026
A Living Legacy: 250 Trees for 250 Years Tree Planting Day in Liberty -
Nov. 11, 2026
Veterans Day Event in Liberty -
Dec. 5, 2026
Hometown Holidays & Community Christmas Tree food drive in Liberty
Events In Your Area
America 250: The Stories
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The Great American State Fair has been evacuated due to severe weather
The Great American State Fair is being evacuated once again due to severe weather. The fair was disrupted last weekend on July 4 when severe storms gathered near Washington and forced event organizers to order an evacuation.
100-year-old World War II veteran throws first pitch at Royals 4th of July game
The celebration also featured A-10s flying over the stadium and members of the United States Air Force Wings of Blue parachuting in to Kauffman Stadium.
A look at the United States' 250 birthday through the eyes of KC veterans
Two Army veterans shared what the American flag means to them as the nation celebrated its 250th birthday, reflecting on sacrifice, service and unity.
Rain won't stop Kansas Citians from buying fireworks, celebrating Fourth of July
Despite wet roads and cloudy skies, Kansas City residents are ready to celebrate the Fourth of July as the country marks America's 250th birthday.
The gift of staying home: How a soldier’s family found stability after tragedy
After losing her husband in a tragic accident, Rachel Clark found hope in the home they built together. See how Tunnel to Towers helped keep her family there and begin to heal.
‘250: Celebrating America’ highlights stories of service, community and hope
"250: Celebrating America" is hosted by Alisyn Camerota from inside Independence Hall in Philadelphia, where both the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were debated and adopted.
