America 250 : Everyday Hero Vignettes
Jefferson County reflects on its historic ties to Thomas Jefferson as America turns 250
Tallahassee Museum celebrates America's 250th with Flag Day Cookout and new exhibit
Trump says UFC structure on White House lawn could stay up permanently
Time Travel into Florida 1776 festival brings colonial history to life in Tallahassee
Bainbridge reflects on its Flint River roots as America prepares to celebrate 250 years
US Mint to release quarter commemorating America’s 250th birthday
FSU launches 'Founding Voices' initiative to bring immersive civics education to Florida schools
Tallahassee veterans urge families to preserve military stories
John G. Riley Museum keeps Black history — and Tallahassee's past — alive ahead of America's 250th birthday
Colorado railroad connects generations through a shared passion for trains
Alaskan huskies bred to be sled dogs
San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park stands as one of oldest European settlements in the US
Events in Your Area
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June 13th, 2026
Greatest American Community Cleanup & Celebration
Hudson Park
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July 4th, 2026
Celebrate America
Tom Brown Park
Tallahassee -
July 4th, 2026
Celebrating 250 Years of Independence
Monticello -
July 4th, 2026
Sopchoppy 4th of July Celebration
Myron B. Hodge Sopchoppy City Park
Sopchoppy -
July 4th, 2026
Downtown Getdown Concert Series
119 N Broad St.
Cairo
Events In Your Area
America 250: The Stories
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Jefferson County reflects on its namesake as America turns 250
Jefferson County was created one year after Thomas Jefferson died. Territorial leaders chose the name to honor the nation's third president and principal author of the Declaration of Independence.
Tallahassee Museum to host a Flag Day Cookout and new exhibit
The Tallahassee Museum will host a Flag Day Cookout June 13 with a new exhibit on America's founding ideals and North Florida history.
Trump suggests UFC structure on White House lawn could stay up permanently
Could a UFC arena become a permanent fixture on the White House lawn? President Trump thinks so. What do you think — should it stay or go?
Time Travel into Florida 1776 festival brings colonial history to life
One mother says preserving history for the next generation starts with learning from the stories of those who came before us.
Trump to headline 'Great American State Fair' after artists drop out
President Donald Trump is now slated to headline a Freedom 250 event celebrating America's 250th anniversary after several musical acts dropped out over concerns about the event's political ties.
Wave of performers cancel for Trump-linked Freedom 250 concerts
Martina McBride, Morris Day, the Commodores and Young MC have all announced they will not perform at "The Great American State Fair" on Washington's National Mall.
