The Fourth of July was a more serious day of reflection, remembrance and gratitude for some Crossvillians.

MIA’s were remembered. The Declaration of Independence was read.

And it was brought out several times that men and women in the Armed Services stand between harm’s way and ourselves—something some might tend to forget in the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

A general sense of thanks was conveyed to Veterans and those in the U.S. Military Service the world over.