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Planned 60-foot long Liberty Arch in Utah sparks patriotism, but also concerns
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted July 8 - 6:15 a.m.
A massive sculpture celebrating the country's growth was approved to be placed near the Utah Capitol, but its location has neighbors on edge.
Farmington High School Marching Band finds new stage after Washington parade cancellation
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted July 7 - 7:00 p.m.
The Farmington High School Marching Band has quite the story to tell after heading to Washington to perform in the Fourth of July parade, which was canceled the night before due to excessive heat.
Salt Lake Valley sees quiet July Fourth weekend, some Utah fires reported
Emma Benson, KSL | Posted July 6 - 10:30 p.m.
Salt Lake Valley saw a quieter Fourth of July weekend, but some Utah fires were reported.
Cache Valley honors America 250 with community picnic and patriotic program
Emma Benson, KSL | Posted July 6 - 7:26 a.m.
Live music, picnic blankets and lawn chairs filled Merlin Olsen Park Sunday during an America 250 community picnic and patriotic program.
NFL legendary coach Andy Reid joins Tabernacle Choir's tribute to America's 250th anniversary
Dan Rascon, KSL | Posted July 5 - 9:30 p.m.
Legendary coach Andy Reid helped deliver a message of unity and patriotism during a special broadcast of Music & the Spoken Word honoring America's 250th anniversary.
Helper neighbors gather for America's Potluck to celebrate community
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted July 5 - 9:00 p.m.
Families, friends and visitors gathered at Helper City Park and along Main Street to take part in a nationwide event celebrating America's 250th anniversary.
Trump's administration won't seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
Steve Peoples, Associated Press | Posted July 5 - 3:30 p.m.
The Trump administration will not seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said Sunday as he faced new questions about the troubled project and the taxpayer money involved.
Trump gives campaign-style July 4 speech on National Mall for US 250th anniversary
Andy Sullivan and Steve Holland, Reuters | Posted July 5 - 9:37 a.m.
President Donald Trump marked the 250th anniversary of the United States on Saturday with a campaign-style speech that repeated his calls for new voting restrictions, warned that "communists" could gain ground in the country and cycled through what he touted as his achievements.
Pope Leo XIV urges US to welcome immigrants in July 4 appeal from Lampedusa
Joshua McElwee, Reuters | Posted July 4 - 9:04 p.m.
Pope Leo XIV marked America 250 on Saturday with an appeal to welcome and protect immigrants, in a letter sent to his home country as he visited Italy's migrant frontline island of Lampedusa.
Heber City celebrates America's 250th with parade, patriotism and a playful boo for King George III
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted July 4 - 9:00 p.m.
Fourth of July parades happen every year, but this year's celebration in Heber City carried extra meaning.
FamilySearch is inviting Americans to learn about their heritage
Caitlin Keith, Deseret News | Posted July 4 - 8:30 p.m.
FamilySearch has invited Americans to learn more about their family history and their ancestors who helped build the nation, as well as to record their own story for generations to come.
Bonneville Salt Flats to welcome Fourth of July fireworks as restrictions remain across Utah
Garna Mejia, KSL | Posted July 4 - 7:15 p.m.
The Bureau of Land Management expects about 1,000 people to gather at the Salt Flats this year — roughly double last year's attendance — as residents look for a safe alternative to celebrate Independence Day.
People pack Provo parade to celebrate America's 250th birthday
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted July 4 - 3:04 p.m.
Hundreds of thousands of people gathered in Provo on Saturday morning for one of the largest 4th of July parades in the western United States.
Celebrating Shabbat on the eve of the Fourth of July
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL | Posted July 4 - 2:11 p.m.
While many Americans are celebrating the Fourth of July with parades and fireworks, Jewish Americans have a quieter celebration on the eve of their Shabbat, their day of rest.
'A real community story': Midway residents honor veterans with 250 flags on Memorial Hill
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted July 4 - 7:17 a.m.
In Midway, 250 flags adorn Memorial Hill, honoring veterans and military service members while celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Why are fireworks a key piece of Fourth of July celebrations?
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted July 3 - 9:00 p.m.
A debate over Fourth of July fireworks this year is just the latest chapter in a saga involving the holiday, a tradition and Utah.
On the road with Sen. John Curtis as he walks 250 miles through Utah
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted July 3 - 8:32 p.m.
Utah Sen. John Curtis is nearing the end of his 250-mile walk celebrating the 250th anniversary of America's founding.
Utah-born 'America's Potluck' invites neighbors nationwide to celebrate together
Garna Mejia, KSL | Posted July 3 - 2:02 p.m.
A nationwide initiative invites Americans to gather with their communities for a potluck as part of the America 250 celebrations.
250 years after its creation, BYU professor recreates Declaration of Independence
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted July 3 - 9:48 a.m.
Brigham Young University professor Robert Buchert recreated the Declaration of Independence 250 years after its original creation.
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New patriotism poll: Are Utah voters optimistic at America 250?
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted July 2 - 12:31 p.m.
How do Utahns feel about America at 250? A new poll conducted among 850 voters from June 16-22 found Utah divided on the question.
Where you can and can't light personal fireworks in Utah this Fourth of July
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted July 2 - 10:35 a.m.
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.
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.
Firework ban takes the bang out of Heber Marching Band fundraiser
Brenna Donnelly, KSL | Posted July 2 - 6:16 a.m.
The Heber Valley Marching Band uses sales at the Phantom Firework tent as its primary fundraiser, but students aren't making money this year and are reporting being heckled by passersby.
Utah's Fourth of July events celebrating America 250
Caitlin Keith, Deseret News | Posted July 1 - 7:00 p.m.
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.
