Utah's America 250
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Where you can and can't light personal fireworks in Utah this Fourth of July
Carter Williams, KSL | Updated July 2 - 10:35 a.m. | Save Story
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox recently issued an order banning personal fireworks amid Utah's worst fire season in at least six years. Cities, however, have the option to create "safe zones."
American Heritage Museum opens at SCERA ahead of Independence Day celebrations
Annette Campbell, KSL | Posted July 2 - 9:04 a.m. | Save Story
As the Freedom Festival events begin across Utah County, the SCERA Center for the Arts welcomes visitors to a new collection showcasing centuries of American history.
Utah's Fourth of July events celebrating America 250
Caitlin Keith, Deseret News | Posted July 1 - 7:00 p.m. | Save Story
From parades and festivals to drone shows and colonial villages, here is a look at some of the Utah events leading up to July 4.
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1 meal, 1 neighborhood, 1 nation: America's Potluck best way to celebrate America's 250th
America250 Utah | Posted July 1 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
On July 5, communities across Utah and the nation will participate in America's Potluck, a nationwide gathering that encourages neighbors, friends and families to share a meal together.
Where to watch fireworks this Fourth of July weekend
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted July 1 - 7:37 a.m. | Save Story
Here is where firework shows will be happening across Utah this Fourth of July weekend.
Sculptor to build $55 million monument depicting American history in Utah
Erin Cox, KSL | Posted June 28 - 10:30 p.m. | Save Story
A first-of-its-kind monument that could become one of the largest bronze sculptures in the western United States is under construction in Utah.
Local fireworks businesses fearful after Utah governor's statewide ban
Erin Cox, KSL | Posted June 26 - 7:34 a.m. | Save Story
A new statewide restriction on fireworks could leave some local stand owners facing significant financial losses during what was expected to be one of their busiest seasons.
Utah teen musicians to perform on National Mall stage for America 250 celebration
Margaret Darby, Deseret News | Updated June 24 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
A band of teenage Utah musicians is now preparing for what its director calls the biggest performance in the group's 28-year history — a headlining appearance during the nation's America 250 celebrations.
Church of Jesus Christ delivers food to all 50 states to celebrate America 250
Joe Wirthlin, KSL | Posted June 19 - 10:02 a.m. | Save Story
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is delivering 250 truckloads of food across the country for America 250 and recently reached all 50 states with a delivery in Hawaii.
Roy Days fireworks show faces possible cancellation, sparking community outcry
Garna Mejia, KSL | Posted June 3 - 10:00 p.m. | Save Story
A longstanding tradition at the heart of Roy's biggest annual celebration may be going dark this summer, a move that has left many residents stunned and frustrated.
Freedom Truck visits Utah communities on nationwide tour
Emma Benson, KSL | Updated May 26 - 1:45 a.m. | Save Story
Draper — A traveling mobile museum is in Draper this week as part of a nationwide tour leading up to America's 250th
Beaver County kicks off America 250 celebration by honoring history close to home
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted May 20 - 6:15 a.m. | Save Story
Beaver County is kicking off its celebration of America's 250th birthday by honoring pieces of history that have never really gone away, including the flag from the old USS Utah.
