CHARLOTTE — As the Carolinas gear up to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, Channel 9 takes a nostalgic look back at the region’s vibrant past celebrations, from greased pole climbing to Independence Day parades.
In the video at the top of this webpage, join us on a journey down memory lane to see how these festivities have evolved over the decades.
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