America’s 250th birthday prompts Independence Day celebration in Newberg

America will turn 250 years old on July 4, and a consortium of patriotic groups are ensuring the historic benchmark is properly recognized.

The city of Newberg, in conjunction with George Fox University and Northwest Christian Church, will hold a Fourth of July celebration next month in a field adjacent to the church.

America 250: Newberg’s Fourth of July Celebration, billed as “a community celebration 250 years in the making,” is set for 4 to 10 p.m. July 4 at the church, 2315 Villa Road…

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