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Lights of the Ozarks changes date of annual parade

Holidays

Lights of the Ozarks announces schedule change for 2024 season

The change is reportedly meant to spread out the fun.
Holidays

When is tax-free weekend in Oklahoma this year?

Oklahomans can shop online, in-person, or by catalog.
Events

Storms rain out 4th of July plans, but Benton County is ready to bounce back

Communities like the city of Bentonville had to postpone their fireworks shows after storms hit after dark on July 4th.
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Firework ordinances by city | 4th of July in Arkansas

Residents looking to celebrate the Fourth of July this year with fireworks will need to make sure that their city allows them.
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Rogers community continues 38-year 4th of July parade tradition amid tornado recovery efforts

“We just said the parade must go on. It's going to be really hot and a lot of our shade is gone," Nancy Swearingen, a resident of Rogers said.
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Fayetteville farmer participates in final farmer's market on July 4th before officially retiring

With consumers spending $9.4 billion on food items, farmers had a busy Independence Day but know the holiday is about more than just food and fireworks.
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Fayetteville Farmer's Market continues despite July 4th holiday

"The crops, they don't know about holidays. We have to harvest. We have to sell. So that's why we're here today," owner of Bermuda Valley Farms David Tankersley said
Holidays

Pearl Harbor vet celebrates 104th birthday on July Fourth: 'Proud I was born on the Fourth'

Ira "Ike" Schab served in the Navy for eight years. He was stationed in Pearl Harbor when it was attacked.
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Arkansas State Police warn 'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over' this July 4

"A few dollars spent on a ride is a lot cheaper than a DWI, which can cost up to $10,000," Arkansas State Police said.
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Arkansas police agencies warn against drinking and driving this July 4th

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, over 1,400 people were killed by DUI crashes during the holiday over the last four years.
Nation World

Are UPS, FedEx delivering on the Fourth of July?

Here's what services will be impacted on Independence Day.