Brandon Fourth of July parade changes locations due to pipeline construction
A long-standing Independence Day tradition is taking a new path this weekend as construction projects redirect a massive local celebration.
A long-standing Independence Day tradition is taking a new path this weekend as construction projects redirect a massive local celebration.
America 250 cigars rolled in Ybor City
Inside the historic El Reloj factory in Ybor City, workers are hand rolling a piece of tobacco history to commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary. FOX 13 Photojournalist Mike Hughes reports.
Inside the historic El Reloj factory in Ybor City, workers are hand rolling a piece of tobacco history to commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary. FOX 13 Photojournalist Mike Hughes reports.
J.C. Newman rolls America 250 cigars from historic Ybor City factory
Inside the historic El Reloj factory in Ybor City, workers are hand rolling a piece of tobacco history to commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary.
Inside the historic El Reloj factory in Ybor City, workers are hand rolling a piece of tobacco history to commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary.
Lakeland police urge 'Red, White, and Kaboom' visitors to prepare for extreme heat
Downtown Lakeland will transform into a massive celebration Friday as city officials prepare for up to 50,000 visitors at the annual Red, White, and Kaboom event.
Downtown Lakeland will transform into a massive celebration Friday as city officials prepare for up to 50,000 visitors at the annual Red, White, and Kaboom event.
Places that tell America's story
It's a big year for our nation! The United States is marking 250 years, and with so many celebrations taking place across the country, there are some must-do things when celebrating our nation's birthday.
It's a big year for our nation! The United States is marking 250 years, and with so many celebrations taking place across the country, there are some must-do things when celebrating our nation's birthday.
Airbnb deploys anti-party technology ahead of July 4 weekend
Airbnb is rolling out its anti-party technology ahead of the July 4 weekend to address the risk of disruptive parties in communities around the country on one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.
Airbnb is rolling out its anti-party technology ahead of the July 4 weekend to address the risk of disruptive parties in communities around the country on one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.
Fourth of July events guide: Here’s how the Bay Area is celebrating America 250
America is turning 250 and celebratory events are taking place across the Bay Area on the Fourth of July.
America is turning 250 and celebratory events are taking place across the Bay Area on the Fourth of July.
Clearwater event honors women veterans and the sacrifices they made in service
As the nation prepares to celebrate 250 years of American history, a Clearwater event highlighted a chapter of that history written by the women who wore the uniform.
As the nation prepares to celebrate 250 years of American history, a Clearwater event highlighted a chapter of that history written by the women who wore the uniform.
Trump shares new image of America 250 passport featuring photo of himself
President Trump will be the first living president to be featured on the U.S. passport.
President Trump will be the first living president to be featured on the U.S. passport.
Florida trailblazers: Highlighting Six icons who shaped the country's history ahead of America's 250th
For 250 years, bold individuals have built, defended and defined this country. While Florida was not an original state, it has a rich history of artists, explorers and patriots who helped shape the nation.
For 250 years, bold individuals have built, defended and defined this country. While Florida was not an original state, it has a rich history of artists, explorers and patriots who helped shape the nation.
Counting down the Florida greats
For 250 years, bold individuals have built, defended and defined this country. While Florida was not an original state, it has a rich history of artists, explorers and patriots who helped shape the nation. FOX 13's Craig Patrick reports.
For 250 years, bold individuals have built, defended and defined this country. While Florida was not an original state, it has a rich history of artists, explorers and patriots who helped shape the nation. FOX 13's Craig Patrick reports.
Sebring man turns home into Coca-Cola memorabilia museum
A Sebring man transformed his local home into a private museum by assembling an expansive Coca-Cola collection over several decades.
A Sebring man transformed his local home into a private museum by assembling an expansive Coca-Cola collection over several decades.
Inside the Coca-Cola House
A Sebring man transformed his local home into a private museum by assembling an expansive Coca-Cola collection over several decades. FOX 13 Photojournalist Mike Hughes reports.
A Sebring man transformed his local home into a private museum by assembling an expansive Coca-Cola collection over several decades. FOX 13 Photojournalist Mike Hughes reports.
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson displays every presidential signature in Capitol office
A rare look at the men who shaped the nation is on display inside the Florida Capitol as the United States prepares to celebrate 250 years since its founding.
A rare look at the men who shaped the nation is on display inside the Florida Capitol as the United States prepares to celebrate 250 years since its founding.
FOX 13 Celebrates America 250
Celebrate America's 250th anniversary through the stories that shaped Tampa Bay. From hidden pieces of presidential history and military heroes to hometown traditions and landmarks that connect our community to the nation's past.
Celebrate America's 250th anniversary through the stories that shaped Tampa Bay. From hidden pieces of presidential history and military heroes to hometown traditions and landmarks that connect our community to the nation's past.
Trump headlining Great American State Fair kickoff celebration on National Mall
President Donald Trump will take the stage on the National Mall on Wednesday night, launching a multi-day celebration of America’s 250th birthday in the nation's capital.
President Donald Trump will take the stage on the National Mall on Wednesday night, launching a multi-day celebration of America’s 250th birthday in the nation's capital.
Florida National Cemetery volunteers highlight the cost of freedom ahead of America's 250th anniversary
A Navy veteran and his wife are spending their days honoring fallen heroes at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell as the nation prepares for America’s 250th anniversary. The couple guides families through the grounds to ensure every veteran's sacrifice is remembered.
A Navy veteran and his wife are spending their days honoring fallen heroes at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell as the nation prepares for America’s 250th anniversary. The couple guides families through the grounds to ensure every veteran's sacrifice is remembered.
Fourth of July fireworks get green light in Florida despite widespread wildfire concerns
Fireworks will illuminate the Florida sky this Fourth of July as residents celebrate America's 250th birthday, but officials are preaching caution amid statewide drought conditions.
Fireworks will illuminate the Florida sky this Fourth of July as residents celebrate America's 250th birthday, but officials are preaching caution amid statewide drought conditions.
U.S. Mint unveils special America 250 coins
The United States Mint is releasing special one-year-only coin designs to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. Mint Director Paul Hollis explains the new quarters, collectibles, and the stories behind them.
The United States Mint is releasing special one-year-only coin designs to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. Mint Director Paul Hollis explains the new quarters, collectibles, and the stories behind them.
Calvin Coolidge's historic visit still felt at Bok Tower Gardens
Even though it isn't close to Washington D.C., Florida has been home to plenty of presidential history during our nation's first 250 years.
Even though it isn't close to Washington D.C., Florida has been home to plenty of presidential history during our nation's first 250 years.



















