(MSC News)--Numerous local communities will commemorate the nation’s independence during the upcoming days

Hiawatha, Sabetha and Waterville will both hold their Independence Day celebrations Tuesday evening, with fireworks displays at dusk.

Bern, Blue Rapids, Centralia, Highland, Humboldt, Nebraska, Robinson and Troy are all planning a full day of activities Wednesday to celebrate the 4th of July, with fireworks at dusk.

Atchison and Everest will also hold fireworks displays Wednesday evening.  Atchison’s display will take place at Warnock Lake.

At Horton, a fireworks display will be held at Mission Lake Friday, July 6th.  Mayor Bryan Stirton spearheaded efforts to make sure the community had a fireworks display.  He says donations are still needed for the display.  Checks should be made out to the Horton Chamber with fireworks in the memo and left at Union State Bank or City Hall.  

Frankfort will hold its 4th of July activities on Saturday evening, July 7th.  A barbecue potluck dinner will be served from 6:30 to 8:30.  The evening will also include music, an ice cream social and fireworks display.