Independence Day

Celebrate the 4th of July like an American. What's more American than NASCAR racing and an over the top fireworks show! The Magic Valley Speedway's Independence Day celebration is full of fireworks, the trailer race of destruction, and NASCAR racing action!

America is about to celebrate her independence! July 4th will be full of family fun, BBQ parties, and fireworks - and you can start planning now.

The legend of America’s birth is only 238 years old. However, in that short amount of time, a number of legends that would normally take centuries to grow and multiply in any other civilization have sprung up.

You don't want to end your Independence Celebration with a fire.  And with temps in the high 90's, our yards and fields have been turned into kindling. There are a few, simple things you can do with your fireworks to reduce the chance of something catching fire after you dispose of your fireworks.

My personal belief is that consumer fireworks should be illegal everywhere. They are responsible for many fires, accidents, and injuries. Should they be illegal in Idaho?

Most of the U.S. has been dealing with hot, dry weather for the past week.  So it's the exact WRONG time to be setting off millions of fireworks.  But obviously, it's gonna happen no matter what.

You look forward to it every year, Magic Valley Speedway's Independence Day celebration is full of fireworks, their infamous trailer race of destruction, and yes, NASCAR racing!

While you’re celebrating with food and fireworks this 4th of July, your dog might be freaking out. The Humane Society has come out with a few tips for keeping your pet safe and happy on the 4th of July.

Before you make your annual trek to Old Navy to buy your patriotic apparel, you might want to read this. It's technically not patriotic to wear the flag on your clothes.

The 2014 4th of July Celebration will be held on the CSI Campus this year.

If you are planning on finding some fireworks displays this 4th of July, many towns in the Magic Valley area will be involved. We rounded up a full list of 4th of July celebrations in Southern Idaho.

Maybe you live someplace where fireworks are illegal. Maybe secretly every time you hear some go off you are momentarily terrified that somebody on a neighboring block has just been shot to death. Maybe both (Brooklyn, rep!).