When Americans enjoy fireworks on every Fourth of July, they have John Adams to thank for the colorful displays. Adams, one of the Founding Fathers who became the country’s second president, wrote to ...

With the Fourth of July right around the corner, a great many people are scrambling to finalize their shopping lists and to-do lists for the big holiday. But the Red Cross wants to remind the public ...

Despite the patriotic intentions of marking the anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, unexpected booms of fireworks ...

While enjoying fireworks, whether setting them off or watching them sparkle, it’s important to keep safety in mind.

West Des Moines Community Band Concert, Jamie Hurd Amphitheater, 4100 Mills Civic Parkway 7 p.m. Friday Cost: Free Enjoy the West Des Moines Community Band's Fourth of July concert. Bring a blanket or ...