Fourth of July
My wife, Ellen, and I were married on July 4, 1992 at St. Angela Merici Parish in Florissant, Mo. in North St. Louis County. The Cardinals were playing the San Francisco Giants in California that day, so we did not attend the game. Had the game been in Busch Stadium II … she might have…
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QUINCY — The patriotic spirit was waving in full force no matter where you went Friday in the Gem City. Muddy River Sports Editor Matt Schuckman got in his Shottenkirk Toyota Shuck Truck and went on an adventure through Quincy and captured images celebrating the Fourth of July for this photo gallery:
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Happy Independence Day, America! Muddy River Mornings tells you where to find the fireworks and other celebrations this holiday weekend. Muddy River Mornings is driven by Hess Auto Agency.
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Daily Dirt for Friday, July 4, 2025 Be patriotic, eat your share! … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,332 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Happy birthday, America! Is there a better warm-weather holiday than the Fourth of July? I think not. It’s a time to not only celebrate what a great…
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The Hannibal Police Department would like to inform the public of the parking restrictions for the parade on July 4. There will be no parking along the parade route starting at 5:00 a.m. the morning of July 4 to the conclusion of the parade. Officers will be contacting businesses along the parade route the evening of July 3…
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It’s that time of year to remember there is more to the July 4 holiday than fireworks and hot dogs … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 994 of The Daily Dirt. 1. We’re one day from celebrating the birthday of the greatest nation in the history of the world, and fortunately…
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And so will a tank of gas! … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 654 of The Daily Dirt. 1. There’s actually some good news about the economy as we approach July 4, which is another reason to celebrate on Tuesday. The National Retail Federation says 87 percent of Americans plan to celebrate…
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Ashley, Bobby and Frankie celebrate the fourth early and the team announces a new podcast and some tweaks to the old one.
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HANNIBAL, Mo. – The Fourth of July fireworks craze isn’t quite as busy this year due to dry conditions in the area. Brent Newman, owner of B&L Discount Fireworks, said many of his customers are purchasing fireworks with hope that the rain will come before the holiday or with a plan to delay celebrations until…
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“Exploding Christmas?” That’s a new one … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 324 of The Daily Dirt. 1. We’re closing in on the Fourth of July holiday, which is one of my favorites. First of all, it’s always in the summer (duh), and secondly, it’s normally an outdoor celebration. It’s a…
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