GUEST COLUMN: As July 4 nears, Joplin gives thanks

Thursday, June 30, 2011 | 12:01 a.m. CDT

July 4 is a special day to my family and our community. We have always celebrated our nation’s independence with family and friends. Hamburgers and homemade ice cream are on our menu. Everyone brings a lawn chair, cold drinks, sparklers and night fireworks.

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