Small Town, USA: Where America got her start and continues to be celebrated

Small Town, USA: Where America got her start and continues to be celebrated

GREENBRIER COUNTY, WV (WVNS) -- In 1776, 56 small town, seemingly ordinary men made a declaration of independence sparking world defining changes. A brand new country in the wilderness frontier of just 13 lonely colonies was created. The United State of America. This undated engraving shows the scene on July 4, 1776 when the Declaration of Independence, drafted by Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, Philip Livingston and Roger Sherm…

Alderson Grand Parade draws crowds for July 4th celebration

Greenbrier County, WV (WOAY) – It’s known as West Virginia’s Best Fourth of July Celebration, and on Independence Day 2025, Alderson provided the red, white and blue significance. The charming river town was a picturesque backdrop for the grand parade and those proud to be American. One of the longest Fourth of July parades in Mountain State history kicked off with fun, family and community. According to Gov. Patrick Morrisey, it meant so much t…