Still Worth Celebrating
 

Still Worth Celebrating
Small-town America is alive and well... except it isn't necessarily just in a small town anymore.

We found a funky take on Norman Rockwell in an Eastside Madison neighborhood.

Take a look as kids, pets and parents swarm into the street for an informal Fourth of July parade. As they celebrate family and community, these neighbors show us what's still worth celebrating about America.

Music by: James Ripp from "Times & Places"

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Thank You

"Katy and Jay, I'm so glad you guys came out for the parade! By filming it, you've given all of us a gift we can share with far flung family and friends...." Comment by Sally J More >>

Wonderful Story

"I loved it! I grew up on the eastside in the 60's and it took me back to the much simpler days...." Comment by Jim Ripp More >>

Beautiful

"Great job capturing the day! Thanks to the Radbil Coopers for such a perfect neighborhood celebration...." Comment by OMalleys More >>
BIG BANG THEORY

Americans more than doubled their use of fireworks in the 1990s, from 67.6 to 156.9 million pounds by the end of the decade according to the American Pyrotechnics Association.

TAKE IT EASY

Did you know Independence Day became a paid federal holiday in 1941? Thanks, Congress!

SAFETY FIRST

The National Council on Fireworks Safety has a few tips before you start celebrating.

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