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Thursday, July 05, 2012  After a blowout Fourth of July celeberation Wednesday night, several departments within the City of Amarillo are now on cleanup duty.

Thursday, July 05, 2012  A yacht full of fireworks watchers capsized on the Fourth of July, killing three children and sending 24 others into the Long Island Sound, where many were rescued by fellow boaters, police said Thursday.

Thursday, July 05, 2012  There was a party going on in the heart of Canyon Wednesday, as the whole community and even some out-of-towners came in for the Fourth of July festivities.

Wednesday, July 04, 2012  Hundreds of thousands of Americans from the Midwest to the Mid-Atlantic were preparing to spend the Fourth of July like the nation's founders did in 1776, without the conveniences of electricity and air conditioning.

Tuesday, July 03, 2012  The Fourth of July is right around the corner and such a big holiday for our nation often calls for big celebrations from many Americans. But, before you can overload on fireworks and food, there's usually quite a bit that goes into getting ready for the big day.

Monday, July 02, 2012  Nearly 3 million Texans to travel for holiday, 54 percent of the travelers already left over the weekend.

Thursday, July 07, 2011  In the last few days, there have been reports some fires were set deliberately, according to the Amarillo Fire Marshall's Office.

Wednesday, July 06, 2011  When the city of Amarillo said "bye-bye" to fireworks, the Amarillo Fire and Police Departments wanted to make sure all citizens were abiding by the bans.

Tuesday, July 05, 2011  Did you know the fourth of July marks both America's birthday, and the birthday of Wonderland Amusement Park?

Tuesday, July 05, 2011  Red, white and blue about as far as the eye could see.

Tuesday, July 05, 2011  A lot of you spent at least part of the day outdoors with family and friends, but chances are without fireworks.

Monday, July 04, 2011  Fireworks are banned, gas prices are up and some might be wondering what's left for the Fourth of July?

Saturday, July 02, 2011  It's no surprise...the use of fireworks for this year's Fourth of July celebration is out of the question. However, there is an alternative. And some people are saying that alternative may be even better than the original plan.

Friday, July 01, 2011  Fourth of July events happening throughout the Panhandle.

Monday, June 27, 2011  AAA Texas is predicting less traffic for the Fourth of July holiday period as high gasoline prices impact travel plans.