4th of July

Most Americans don't know much about this country and the proof is in this video. And to top it off, this video was shot in Los Angeles.

Here's an interesting fireworks display: it creates the illusion of a ladder heading into the sky. Awesome!

More dogs are reported "missing" on the Fourth of July than any other day of the year, and you can help keep your pets safe by following a few simple suggestions from Dr. Guidry.

'Time' magazine asked professional photographers how to take great pictures of fireworks. Here are 4 tips to perfect firework pictures.

There's plenty to do this 4th of July weekend in and around Lafayette! Don't miss the fun and patriotic Uncle Sam's Jam on Saturday!

Looking for family fun this 4th of July? Well you are in luck because we've got your complete rundown of events throughout the Acadiana area so you and family can get out and check out fireworks and more.

If you're going to fly the American flag, you need to show it the respect it deserves. Here's how.

On Saturday, July 4th, 2015, Winn Dixie stores nationwide will donate "every cent of every dollar of profit to the Wounded Warrior Project."

The offices of Townsquare Media Lafayette will Close at 2pm Thursday, July 2nd, to allow employees an extended weekend for the 4th of July holiday.

Saturday is the 4th of July. We'll celebrate our country's independence this weekend. Our bosses here at Townsquare Media have decided to let us take a long weekend. The offices of 99.9 KTDY, and our Lafayette sister stations will be closed Friday, July 3rd...

A new year is just hours away! With it comes renewed enthusiasm, hope for the future, celebrations, and college football. We at 99.9 KTDY wish you all the best in the coming year. We, like you, are going to take some time to reflect, celebrate, and look forward.

The video is sped up so you can watch the 15 minute fireworks show in less than five minutes!

It's never too late to enjoy 4th of July fireworks! These are from my trip to the island of Catalina in CA!

My husband Dave and I spent our 4th of July on the beautiful island of Catalina, off the coast of Los Angeles.

You haven't truly experienced 4th of July fireworks until you've experienced them from the viewpoint of a drone flying dead center through all of the explosive action.

I decided to hit the kitchen this 4th of July weekend & Prepare something I hadn't tried before. It started out as a crawfish dish, but evolved.There was no recipe, so I'm guesstimating about the quantities of some of the ingredients. Here goes:

We've all been warned not to leave our possessions unattended at the beach. Every summer, we hear about handbags, wallets & cellphones being pilfered while their owner's attention is diverted elsewhere. This one REALLY caught me by surprise

Chances are you're not nearly as psyched for the Fourth of July as this guy.

If you have never taken the time to read it, I would recommend doing so; it will only take you a few minutes, and may just remind you of what we are celebrating today.

Enjoy your day off, but please take a moment to think of those that are hard at work, defending the freedoms we enjoy.