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Meteorologists expect dry skies for Fourth fireworks

Thousands are expected to gather tonight at the State Fairgrounds as the skies are lit up with fireworks for the traditional Fourth of July show. But the fairgrounds aren’t the only place to see Fourth fireworks.

Updated 6:56 PM

Hundreds celebrate historic Independence Day

From the reading of the Declaration of Independence to honoring the three North Carolinians who signed it, people throughout the state are remembering the true meaning behind Independence Day.

Updated 6:51 PM

Truck filled with fireworks explodes; kills 2, injures 4

A tractor trailer carrying fireworks exploded on Highway 12 in Ocracoke Island, N.C. Authorities said one person was killed and four others were critically injured.

Updated 6:47 PM

Cross-country cyclists stop in Charlotte

Cross-country cyclists on their way from New York to Los Angeles made a pit stop in Charlotte.

Updated 6:47 PM

Budget changes have firework crews scrambling

Crews from Melrose South Pyrotechnic have been working since early last week to get ready for the Red, White and Boom fireworks event in downtown Charlotte. Saturday, those same crews spent hours loading hundreds of firework rounds in tubes.

07/04/2009 06:27 PM

General offers update on Afghanistan, thanks Sandhills

On Saturday, the commanding general of Fort Bragg’s 82nd Airborne took the time to thank Americans for their support and update the country on the progress in Afghanistan.

07/04/2009 05:45 PM

Southport tradition celebrates Fourth of July

With flags lining the streets, music blasting and smiling faces, it's hard not to get into the patriotic spirit in Southport during the 37th annual Fourth of July Festival. But the town has been celebrating for much longer than that.

07/04/2009 10:45 AM

Officers patrol waters for boater safety

Hundreds of North Carolinians will spend at least part of the July Fourth holiday weekend on a boat. While they’re just looking to have a good time, wildlife officers are looking to keep everyone safe on the water.

Updated 10:34 AM

Hope Mills residents return to lake for Fourth of July

Hope Mills residents used to celebrate the Fourth of July by spending time near the lake. But since a storm destroyed the lake’s dam a few years ago, that tradition had washed away.

07/03/2009 06:09 PM

Group works to make Festival for the Eno trash-free

Thousands kicked off the Fourth of July weekend with music, food, and environmental fun at the 30th annual Festival for the Eno. The Eno River Association works to make the festival 90 percent trash free.

Updated 07/03/2009 04:48 PM

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