4TH OF JULY

As we approach Independence Day, its only fitting that we're reminded of how far we've come as a country and that Freedom Is Not Free.  If you've never listened closely to this speech from Ronald Reagan, turn your speakers up loudly and prepare for one of the greatest three minutes in American history.

With the 4th of July coming up, I started thinking about all the things that make America the greatest country on the planet.

Every year we celebrate our Independence on the 4th of July and look forward to seeing an awesome fireworks display. Here are some videos of our favorite Fourth of July fireworks shows from the past few years. Enjoy!

The Fourth of July, is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain.

The fireworks stands in Shreveport-Bossier are set up and anticipating great sales this 4th of July. Here's a list of the best places to buy fireworks for your Independence Day celebration, whether you're spending it camping, cruising the Red River or just grilling with friends and family.

To help you plan your 4th of July holiday and celebrate Independence Day with your family and friends, we've put together an awesome list of the best things for the whole family to see and do in the Shreveport-Bossier area, from fireworks shows to great local concerts...

Scotty McCreery is as American as it gets. The former 'American Idol' champion will have an especially patriotic Fourth of July celebration this year, as he'll have the opportunity to perform along with Barry Manilow and other special guests on the National Mall for the annual a Capitol Fourth concert, which draws hundred of thousands of visitors each year.

Taylor Swift had a starstruck July 4, and no, we’re not talking about fireworks or the stars on the grand old flag. Country music’s sweetheart celebrated her Independence Day by taking a (romantic?) walk on the beach with Arnold Schwarzenegger’s son Patrick and going sailing with several members of the Kennedy family in Massachusetts.

Nathan's Famous July 4th International Hot Dog Eating Contest went down again on Independence Day.  And for 6 time champion Joey Chesnut, they went down 68 times.

There’s no day quite like the Fourth of July to make Americans reflect on the freedoms and gifts we too often take for granted as citizens of the U.S.A. And nobody salutes the red, white and blue quite as often or as seriously as country music stars. In light of this year’s Independence Day, longtime country music king Tim McGraw paused to reflect on what makes America a great place to live. Read

Here’s a fact that should shock absolutely no one. A survey conducted by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission indicates that most fireworks-related injuries take place during or around the Fourth of July holiday festivities.

The 4th of July is Wednesday and that means fireworks in Shreveport-Bossier as we celebrate Independence Day. We thought these 10 awesome flag photos would be inspirational, check 'em out.