Photos

Adorned with Old Glory, a turtle (below) makes its way to the finish line during turtle races. Richard R. Barron/ (Click for larger image)

Kids get drenched as they participate in the Ada Fire Department's Waterworks Games during Independence Day celebrations in Wintersmith Park Friday. Richard R. Barron/ (Click for larger image)

Tiffany Allen shows off her talents in the Hula Hoop contest Richard R. Barron/ (Click for larger image)

A woman dressed her horse in a patriotic theme for Francis Fourth of July celebration. Michelle Latham/ (Click for larger image)

Francis residents participate in the town’s annual Independence Day celebration. Michelle Latham/ (Click for larger image)

Fireworks ended the day-long event at Wintersmith Park. Richard R. Barron/ (Click for larger image)

Caleb Biles, Peter Biles, and Dave Ollila salute the American flag prior to the start of the Fireball Classic run in Wintersmith Park Friday morning. Richard R. Barron/ (Click for larger image)

Tug-o-war participants struggle to tow their line during Independence Day celebrations in Wintersmith Park Friday. Richard R. Barron/ (Click for larger image)