Communities across the Bluegrass celebrate Fourth of July with parades, races and fireworks

Communities across the Bluegrass celebrate Fourth of July with parades, races and fireworks

Communities across Kentucky came together Friday to celebrate America's birthday with parades, races, lawn mower brigades and fireworks.

'Let's Remember to Stand Up for Each Other,' Says Mayor, as Maplewood Celebrates July 4 - The Village Green

Maplewood celebrated the 4th of July if full fashion this year — with foot races, ice cream eating contests, parades, bingo, and, finally, fireworks. As the sun set and crowds gathered in Maplewood Memorial Park for the fireworks show, Mayor Nancy Adams welcomed all and shared the following message: “Today as we celebrate our democracy that guarantees freedom, equality and justice for all, that democracy is not guaranteed. It’s something we need…