Call it July Fourth, Fourth of July or Independence Day. It is a federal holiday commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. The Continental Congress declared the thirteen American colonies a new nation, The United States of America and no longer part of the British Empire. Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, BBQ’s, carnivals, fairs, concerts, picnic’s, baseball games and family reunions. Enjoy the day people and be safe with the fireworks. De Hart Plumbing, Heating and Cooling, serving Manhattan Kansas, Junction City Kansas and Wamego Kansas.