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250th Independence Day Festivities Highlight Christian Heritage
Sunrise Prayer Marks the Semiquincentennial Opening The unofficial opening of the American semiquincentennial on the National Mall began with a prayer at sunrise, followed by a day of hallelujahs and amens on May 17,2026. The “Rededicate 250” program featured a video greeting by President Donald Trump and speeches, in person or recorded, from Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth, and House Speaker
250th Independence Day Festivities Highlight Christian Heritage
Sunrise Prayer Marks the Semiquincentennial Opening The unofficial opening of the American semiquincentennial on the National Mall began with a prayer at sunrise, followed by a day of hallelujahs and amens on May 17,2026. The “Rededicate 250” program featured a video greeting by President Donald Trump and speeches, in person or recorded, from Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth, and House Speaker
July 4 Fireworks Canceled at Almaden Lake After Backyard Blaze and Crowd Issues
San Jose officials have canceled this year’s Independence Day fireworks celebration at Almaden Lake Park, marking the first interruption of the popular event in a decade. The decision comes after serious safety concerns were raised following incidents during last year’s celebration, which drew more than 30,000 visitors to the neighborhood. For longtime resident Cathie Bacosa, the cancellation is a relief. Last July 4, she awoke around midnight to a fire raging in her b
July 4 Fireworks Canceled at Almaden Lake After Backyard Blaze and Crowd Issues
San Jose officials have canceled this year’s Independence Day fireworks celebration at Almaden Lake Park, marking the first interruption of the popular event in a decade. The decision comes after serious safety concerns were raised following incidents during last year’s celebration, which drew more than 30,000 visitors to the neighborhood. For longtime resident Cathie Bacosa, the cancellation is a relief. Last July 4, she awoke around midnight to a fire raging in her b









