Wednesday, July 4, 2012
From the "The Star-Spangled Banner" to "Yankee Doodle" and "Born in the USA," we want to know what makes you think "America."
It seems like nearly every big fireworks show is synced up to music these days, and for good reason. A good song can elicit strong feelings and memories, and that includes patriotic tunes most often played around the Fourth of July and other national holidays. But which song is the most patriotic? Is it our national anthem? God Bless America? Is it Bruce Springsteen's Born in the U.S.A.? Vote in our poll and share a favorite Fourth of July memory!
Gov. Scott Walker reflects on Independence Day this July 4.
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Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Editor's Note: The following column was written by Gov. Scott Walker. The United States of America is arguably the greatest country in the history of the world because in times of crisis, whether it be economic, fiscal, or military, ordinary citizens have risked their futures with the hope that they could make our country better off for the next generation. I was reminded of this when, not too long ago, I visited Independence Hall in Philadelphia for the first time in my life. When I walked into the room and saw the chairs and desks that Benjamin Franklin, George Washington and others used to create our founding documents, it had a powerful impact on me. When I was a student learning about our nation’s birth, I often thought of our …
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Some areas to the north are considering postponing or canceling fireworks shows, but Greenfield Fire Chief Jon Cohn says it's far too early to make that decision.
Fond du Lac Fire Chief Peter O’Leary put his city on alert when he said the city might have to consider canceling or postponing fireworks earlier this week, but here in Greenfield, Fire Chief Jon Cohn said it’s far too soon to make any decisions about extinguishing plans for fireworks at Konkel Park on July 4. Temperatures are expected to reach the 90s this week, and the entire region has seen little rainfall this month, leaving residential lawns and parks such as Konkel dry and dormant. But Cohn said canceling the fireworks hasn’t crossed his mind, yet. “It’s a big decision,” Cohn said. “The fire department signs the permit, so it’s our decision, but we’d take other people’s opinions under advisement. “Right now, we’re just keeping an eye…
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
From fireworks to parades to community festivals, here's a look at what's happening around the Milwaukee area on Independence Day.
Here's your guide to Fourth of July celebrations happening throughout the metro Milwaukee area. Unless otherwise noted, all events are taking place on Wednesday, July 4. Bayside: Bayside's parade begins at Bayside Midde School at 9 a.m., ending at Ellsworth Park with an ice cream social and Bayside's Best Dog Competition. More on the Bayside celebration. There will be no fireworks display in Bayside. Brookfield (city): The parade kicks off at 10 a.m. on Gebhardt Road near Brookfield Central High School, turns north on Calhoun Road, west on North Avenue, south on Norhardt Drive, ending at Civic Drive. From 6 to 9 p.m. Family Fest will be held at Mitchell Park, with the band Our House, Heads Up Juggling and magician Glen Gerard. Also on tap…
Monday, June 25, 2012
Greenfield's Fourth of July event is an all-day celebration at Konkel Park and includes a parade, live music and fireworks.
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Monday, June 25, 2012
Break out your lawn chairs, get on your dancing shoes and get ready for an all day fun day in Greenfield on July 4. Members of the Greenfield 4th of July Parade and Celebration Committee has been working hard on the day-long holiday spectacular, which includes a parade starting at 12:15 p.m. Parade participants will begin at South 68th Street and West Layton Avenue and proceed east on West Layton Avenue to Konkel Park, 5151 W. Layton Ave., entering the parking lot via the east entrance. Eastbound lanes of Layton Avenue will be occupied by parade participants. Last week, event organizer Jeannette Lucero announced former Wisconsin Badger and Green Bay Packer Mark Tauscher will be the parade's honorary grand marshal. The parade will also …
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11:10 am on Monday, July 9, 2012
Just because a song ("Born in the USA") does not espouse a pro-war view, it does not disqualify itself as "patriotic." Does one have to be pro-war and anti-tax to be patriotic? Hardly. more ›