The City of Wlimington will not be celebrating Independence Day on July 4th this year, and they also are skipping the fireworks.
The City announced they will host a free event on Saturday, July 5 from 12-3 p.m. inside Rodney Square, but there will be no nighttime event for fireworks. No specific reason for the change was given.
Entertainment will include three bands: lower case blues, Richard Raw & Word Warrior Band, and What the Funk. There will also be hot-air balloon rides, water slides, a rock wall, and other free activities…