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Barbecues, fireworks and travel boost expected Independence Day spending to record $7 billion

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Consumers are expected to spend more than $7 billion celebrating Independence Day this year according to a new survey released by the National Retail Federation. The total slightly edges out 2015’s record-setting numbers, when consumers spent an average of $71.23 celebrating the holiday. “Floridians will celebrate Independence Day this year by spending in record numbers, making it potentially a very prosperous holiday weekend for our retailers statewide,” said Florida Retail Federation President and CEO Randy Miller. “Low gas prices, nice…

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Hold my beer and watch this! July Fourth fireworks light up ER

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As the July Fourth weekend approaches, Sachs Media Group’s Breakthrough Research Division wanted to look on the brighter side of our independence-declaring holiday — and by that, we mean fireworks, of course! Specifically, we consulted the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System (NEISS) to look at the volume of recorded injuries involving fireworks since 1997. We were illuminated to learn from Jim Rosica of FloridaPolitics.com that Floridians purchasing fireworks promise to use them “solely and exclusively in frightening birds from agricultural…

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Low gas prices, airfare lead to expected record July 4 travel numbers

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Low prices on gas and plane tickets could lead to the highest Independence Day travel volume on record according to the AAA Auto Club Group. “Independence Day is always the most-traveled holiday of the summer, but this year it will be bigger than ever, primarily because of low gas prices,” said Joseph J. Richardson Jr., President and CEO of the Auto Club Group. “Airports will be just as crowded as the roads because low fuel prices are making it more…

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Alan Williams: Freedom … worth the fight!

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Happy Independence Day!!!!! We all hope for an America that celebrates the foundational principles of freedom. Today we celebrate the bedrock principle upon which our nation was built 239 years ago: FREEDOM. If we take a look across our community, state and nation you will find a strong spirit of independence and freedom that flows through us as a great nation. America’s great experiment in liberty and independence has continued to stand the test of time and the freedoms we celebrate remain…

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Kevin Sweeny: On July 4, we should recall our rights, respect those who protect them

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Saturday will mark the “Fourth of July.” It conjures images of family picnics, backyard bbq’s, beaches, lakes and, of course, fireworks. For too long, many have forgotten the true meaning of this celebration: our independence. Historian Samuel Eliot Morrison wrote, “If the American Revolution had produced nothing but the Declaration of Independence it would have been worthwhile.” As we approach July 4th and celebrate our nation’s independence, it is time for us all to pause and remind ourselves what this freedom means. The…

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Compilation of Independence Day messages from Florida’s elected officials and politicians

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A compilation of Independence Day messages from Florida’s elected officials and politicians: U.S. Senator Marco Rubio: When our nation declared its independence 239 years ago, there were few who believed the American experiment would succeed. Through the genius of our people and the power of our founding principles, our nation has not only endured, it has risen to define two centuries of world history. For those of us born in America, it can be easy to forget how special this…

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Catching fireworks in North Pinellas? Here are the details

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The Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce is wishing patriotic celebrants safe travels this Fourth of July. The group tweeted a reminder to followers that the Memorial Causeway Bridge will be closed due to fireworks Saturday. The estimated closure is from 9:25 until 9:55, but that time is subject to change depending on whether and timing of the fireworks show. The e-flier suggests alternative routes by using the Belleair Causeway or taking the Clearwater Ferry. The ferry leaves from downtown Clearwater…

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