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Two police officers patrol the waters to promote boating safety.
For one group of friends, holidays are a chance to celebrate time together.
A St. Petersburg family handles the thorny issue of race with humor and love. A core group of Pass-A-Grille and Vina Del Mar residents share the unbreakable bond of friendship.
Mary Heckman doesn't consider herself a World War II hero. But she still misses piloting a plane.
A Korean store owner and black customers create a haven of hope.
Independence Day has a special meaning for the Palestinian brothers who own a store and restaurant.
Among the flags and fun, a holiday's meaning lives on.
Their love for the flare brings part-time pyrotechnicians back to put on another fireworks show.
Picnic plans may unravel, but a special aunt's love binds family and friends together.
A holiday golf tournament for couples combines their love of the game with their love for each other and their friends.
For addicts, every day is a struggle for freedom from drugs and alcohol, and relying on friends and faith.
Skyway Lanes celebrates July Fourth with the spirit of 75‹75-cent soft drinks, hot dogs, shoe rentals and games.
Willie Wade has worked the Fourth for 18 years. Now that he has the night off, he's not sure what to do.
Do We Know What We're Celebrating?
Visitors from the Old World soak up New World culture, complete with Independence Day fireworks and sentiment.