4th of July

It's the weekend before a major holiday, which means there is an endless number of events going on here in Eastern Iowa!

Many small towns in Iowa have to do fundraisers throughout the year in order to raise money for their annual 4th of July fireworks display. It's made nearly impossible when thieves continue to steal.

There is actually a lot that you may not know about Independence Day.

If you thought you would get a head start by leaving for the holiday weekend today, you're not the only one!

Fireworks will be in no short supply this weekend in the local area!

The new fireworks law in Iowa is confusing, with one city allowing the sale, but not the use of fireworks.

Yes, fireworks are coming to Iowa...legally this 4th of July. But that isn't stopping some local communities from putting their own restraints on their use.

It's nearly a certainty that Iowans will be able to shoot off fireworks, legally, this 4th of July.

Here are some photos I got to snap while parading with pups!

Last 4th of July weekend in Iowa there were zero traffic fatalities. Officials say while that is always the goal, it is a rarity.