America Turns 250 with Fireworks and Festivals | Roanoke News

America turns 250 this Fourth of July, and the whole country’s buzzing with celebrations—from Salem’s all-day fair and epic fireworks to Roanoke’s Freedom Festival, Vinton’s “Four on the Fourth” race, and Lynchburg’s riverfront bash at Jefferson’s Poplar Forest. Franklin County throws down with a mullet contest, Danville lights up Carrington Pavilion, Lexington rocks a concert and fireworks, Buchanan’s got parades and nightly shows, and Fincastle wraps things up Sunday. Even Carroll County honors a fallen deputy with a classic car cruise-in. Whether you’re into races, festivals, or just sky-high fireworks, there’s a patriotic party waiting for you—everywhere. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a4cadc3841653c5b