In celebration of our nations independence cities from east to west are having a celebration with parades, fireworks and barbeques.
In the city of Rexburg, Idaho events are happening from 7am – 12pm. It starts with a pancake breakfast in the park sponsored by Kiwanis, from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. Then they have a Day in the Park full of games and fun followed by the Whoopee Days Parade that runs from Smith Park down Main Street and ends at Porter Park.
Citizens lined the streets of Rexburg to watch the Whoopee Days Parade. The parade started out with the flag of our nation held by older men. People placed their hands over their hearts out of respect for our flag and our nation. The parade consisted of the High school marching band and flag team, also the cheer leaders from the high school and from the middle school were present.
There were also companies from around town who were present in the parade. An Asia restaurant featured a dragon and handed out sesame seed cookies. There was a very large grocery cart made for the local grocery store. Many floats with people threw candy to the crowds and children scrambled on the street filling their sacks with candy.
In the evening in the neighboring city of Idaho Falls there will be fireworks. The show is the best one West of the Mississippi put on by Melaluca.
Even with all the parades, candy, and barbeque it is important to remember why we celebrate this day. We are honoring our forefathers who fought for the freedom of this land and our liberty to be free of kings and let the people govern themselves.
We live in a choice land and should always be grateful for the privileges we’ve been give through others sacrifices.
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