Fourth of July

Today, Rodeo Queen Mickenlie Baxter joined us talking about some events she's representing over the 4th of July holiday, including the "Days of the Old West Rodeo" in Hailey. The New Hailey Rodeo Park is the place to be July 2nd, 3rd and 4th for the 66th annual "Days of the Old West Rodeo"...

If you haven't seen the police reader board on Blue Lakes by the Perrine Bridge, please note that it clearly states, "all aerial fireworks are illegal." Most of us are aware that aerial fireworks are illegal, but still have a crazy Uncle...who always buys illegal fireworks.

If you're going to be driving to the CSI Campus to watch the fireworks celebration this year, consider getting there well before 7:00pm so you have plenty of time to park before the roads close.

After the Twin Falls Police announced that they were cracking down on illegal fireworks, I began to wonder if there would be more or less use of the illegal stuff. On Saturday night, my neighborhood was alive with some mortars that rival the display you see at CSI.

The 4th of July is only two weeks away and we've all noticed the fireworks stands and tents popping up around the Magic Valley... but when can we start buying fireworks?

The Twin Falls Police Department is cracking down on illegal fireworks under a new city ordinance. They've created a special Public Service Announcement to help spread the word.

The City of Twin Falls has adopted a new firework ordinance over concerns about safety and property damage. How does this new ordinance affect you and your 4th of July activities?

I love the fourth of July. Everyone barbeque's, spends time with their friends and families and lights fireworks off. It is truly a great way to celebrate our independence. But, I think that when the fireworks are over it is time to go to bed especially if the fourth of July falls on a weekday.

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. Fireworks?  Good.  Burning down your neighborhood?  Bad.  I found some Fourth of July safety tips for you.  Even if you've heard this stuff before, you should hear it again.

If you own a grill, you might want to start stocking up on meat NOW.  Because your friends and family are counting on you to FEED THEM next week.

American popular music has been around since before America even declared its independence. ‘Yankee Doodle,’ anyone? That classic was sung by Colonial American soldiers as early as The French and Indian War. Since then, our country has established one of the richest musical traditions in the world. Many songs even deal with America itself, from ‘God Bless America’ to ‘God Bless the USA.’ Here’s a