Community gathers for Independence Day celebration [photos]
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Family members (l-r) Kailee Schwender,
Ellie Schwender, Quinn Schwender
and Rachael Mummert gather
on a blanket in Elmwood Park.
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The Reed family, (l-r) Paisely, Cee, Zariah and Breasia, was among the many community members present in Elmwood Park on July 3.
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The night ended with a colorful fireworks
show. Photos by Chloe Leng.