TEXARKANA, Texas -The Sacred Heart Catholic Church celebrated America's 250th birthday with hamburgers, desserts and patriotic music. The music was performed by the Texarkana Regional Chorale and the Sacred Heart Choir conducted by Marc-Andre Bougie and Mary Scott Smith on the piano.

SHREVEPORT, La. — As families across the ArkLaTex prepare for Fourth of July cookouts and holiday gatherings, federal health officials are urging people to practice safe food handling after a rise in cases of a foodborne parasitic illness.

SHREVEPORT, La. -- As millions of Americans head out for Fourth of July celebrations, travel experts are encouraging drivers to plan ahead, prepare their vehicles and avoid peak travel times.

SHREVEPORT, La. - The American Rose Center is inviting the community to celebrate America’s milestone birthday with an evening of family fun, patriotic festivities and fireworks during its Red, White & Blooms celebration on Sunday.

SHREVEPORT, La. - As families prepare to celebrate America's 250th birthday with fireworks, local veterinarians and animal shelters are encouraging pet owners to take time to keep their animals safe during the celebrations.

SHREVEPORT, La. — Emergency room physicians at Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport are preparing for one of the busiest weekends of the year, warning that the Fourth of July holiday typically brings a sharp increase in preventable injuries.

SHREVEPORT, La. -- Travelers are already filling airports ahead of the Fourth of July holiday, with many getting an early start on their plans to spend time with family and friends.

SHREVEPORT, La. - As boaters prepare to celebrate Independence Day on area lakes and waterways, Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement officers are urging the public to make safety a priority and avoid boating under the influence.