These photos of Palestine's firework show were submitted by local resident Ann Mottern.

Here are some photos from the Fourth of July Children's Parade Saturday in Palestine (taken by Herald-Press News Editor Beth Foley).

More photos can be found on the Herald-Press Photo Gallery.

Here are a few photos taken at the DAV/BARC, The Humane Society's Fourth of July Celebration at Dogwood Trails Assisted Living. (Photos from Tammy Campos).

During the Pet Contest, Most Patriotic Dog award was presented to Junior, a 7 month old Chihuahua owned by Sheridan Whiteside (pictured with Dru Whiteside)

Jane Davis holds Bella (11-month-old Yorkie) owned by Herman and JoAnn Morton
Bella won 2nd place Best Beard.

Pam Smith demonstrates Domino's jumping abilities.

1-and-a-1/2-year-old Jager Hammans poses with Honey (owned by the Campos family). Honey provided entertainment (via a variety of doggie tricks) for the crowd.

More photos from this event can be found on the Herald-Press Photo Gallery.

Happy Fourth of July!

Here are some photos taken by local photographer Tammy Campos at the Fourth of July celebration at Dogwood Trails Assisted Living.

A fund-raiser also was held to raise funds for a much-needed van to transport local veterans to the VA hospital.

BARC, The Humane Society was on hand hosting a Pet Contest. More photos from this event can be viewed at the Herald-Press Photo Gallery.

Happy Independence Day!