How big firework shows keep their celebrations safe
Big crowds, darkness and the danger of fireworks are just some of the issues law enforcement has to juggle during 4th of July celebrations. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer speaks to Jamie Copenhaver, former sheriff's detective and investigator, about the work going on behind the scenes to keep attendees of large firework shows safe.
Big crowds, darkness and the danger of fireworks are just some of the issues law enforcement has to juggle during 4th of July celebrations. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer speaks to Jamie Copenhaver, former sheriff's detective and investigator, about the work going on behind the scenes to keep attendees of large firework shows safe.
America 250: Freedom on the Waterfront in Mount Dora
Mount Dora is getting ready for its Freedom on the Waterfront event, which will feature live music, food, vendors and a fireworks show. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz talks with Mount Dora Mayor James Homich about the event.
Mount Dora is getting ready for its Freedom on the Waterfront event, which will feature live music, food, vendors and a fireworks show. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz talks with Mount Dora Mayor James Homich about the event.
Wekiva Island celebrates America's 250th
Wekiva Island is celebrating America's 250th anniversary with its Red, White & Blue Semiquincentennial Ball. The event will include the opening of "An American Tapestry," a exhibit highlighting the history of Wekiva. FOX 35's Marley Capper gets a preview.
Wekiva Island is celebrating America's 250th anniversary with its Red, White & Blue Semiquincentennial Ball. The event will include the opening of "An American Tapestry," a exhibit highlighting the history of Wekiva. FOX 35's Marley Capper gets a preview.
America 250: The Daughter of America the American Revolution honor first veterans
The Daughters of the American Revolution are spreading patriot markers all across the nation to celebrate the very first veterans during America's 250th anniversary. A local chapter based in Winter Park met with FOX 35's Amanda Mckenzie to go in depth about the importance of remembering your local history.
The Daughters of the American Revolution are spreading patriot markers all across the nation to celebrate the very first veterans during America's 250th anniversary. A local chapter based in Winter Park met with FOX 35's Amanda Mckenzie to go in depth about the importance of remembering your local history.
Kennedy Space Center celebrates America's 250th with summer events
The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is marking America's 250th anniversary with a monthlong series of events celebrating the nation's achievements in space exploration and aviation.
The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is marking America's 250th anniversary with a monthlong series of events celebrating the nation's achievements in space exploration and aviation.
Road to 250: Cypress Gardens water ski team
Good Day Orlando is celebrating the U.S.'s 250th birthday by highlighting unique things around Florida. Cypress Gardens became the birthplace of performance water skiing in the 1940s.
Good Day Orlando is celebrating the U.S.'s 250th birthday by highlighting unique things around Florida. Cypress Gardens became the birthplace of performance water skiing in the 1940s.
Road to 250: Florida National Cemetery
Good Day Orlando is celebrating America's 250th birthday by highlighting places around the state. FOX 35's Marley Capper stops at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell to learn its maintained and how the plots are honored.
Good Day Orlando is celebrating America's 250th birthday by highlighting places around the state. FOX 35's Marley Capper stops at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell to learn its maintained and how the plots are honored.
Melbourne's The Landing Rooftop celebrates America 250
In addition to offering unique panoramic views of Melbourne's city, river and ocean, the Landing Rooftop is also celebrating the United State's 250th birthday with an exclusive party.
In addition to offering unique panoramic views of Melbourne's city, river and ocean, the Landing Rooftop is also celebrating the United State's 250th birthday with an exclusive party.
Central Florida gets festive for America 250 with outdoor decorations
Winter Park is getting in the patriotic spirit as our nation's 250th birthday approaches. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie stopped by a Winter Park home to discuss the sustainability efforts with vintage handmade elements incorporated into America 250 decorations.
Winter Park is getting in the patriotic spirit as our nation's 250th birthday approaches. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie stopped by a Winter Park home to discuss the sustainability efforts with vintage handmade elements incorporated into America 250 decorations.
Winter Garden showcases history at Heritage Museum for America 250
FOX 35's Marley Capper stopped by a Winter Garden's Heritage Museum for America's big 250th birthday. Visitors can sign a giant birthday card, tour the Central Florida Railroad Museum and visit America 250 selfie spots
FOX 35's Marley Capper stopped by a Winter Garden's Heritage Museum for America's big 250th birthday. Visitors can sign a giant birthday card, tour the Central Florida Railroad Museum and visit America 250 selfie spots
The Freedom Truck arrives in Central Florida
The Freedom Truck is making its way across the United States in celebration of America's 250th anniversary. The mobile museum features exhibits and interactive displays highlighting moments in America's history.
The Freedom Truck is making its way across the United States in celebration of America's 250th anniversary. The mobile museum features exhibits and interactive displays highlighting moments in America's history.
Artemis II carries Apollo 18 flag designated for canceled moon mission
As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of its independence, NASA said the Artemis II mission has carried a collection of historic mementos. Among them was a flag originally designated for the canceled Apollo 18 mission.
As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of its independence, NASA said the Artemis II mission has carried a collection of historic mementos. Among them was a flag originally designated for the canceled Apollo 18 mission.