Fallon residents gathered July 4 for a full day of Independence Day festivities honoring the nation’s 250th anniversary.
Hosted by the City of Fallon in partnership with the Fallon Chamber of Commerce, Churchill Arts Council and Churchill County Parks and Recreation, the celebration included the Fourth of July Parade, Party in the Park at Oats Park and the annual fireworks display at Rattlesnake Hill. This year’s parade carried the theme “Celebrating America250 & Our Military,” recognizing the nation’s semi quincentennial and the service of military members who have contributed to the country and the Fallon community.
Following the parade, families gathered at Oats Park to enjoy live entertainment, free activities, complimentary hot dogs and access to the city’s splash pad and pool. The festivities concluded with the traditional nighttime fireworks show. The parade also recognized outstanding entries in several categories.
Award winners included:
• Best Youth Group: Veritas Preparatory School
• Best Business Entry: Kent’s Supply Center
• Best Mounted Group: Rosa’s Performance Horses
• Best Agriculture Entry: Nevada Farm Bureau
• Best Automobile Group: Top Gun Dragstrip
• Best Individual Automobile: Dave Tilley
• Best Nonprofit: New Beginnings Church
• Best UTV Group: Spanish Springs SXS
• Best Costume: Jesse Coe
• Best Use of Theme: Walker Lake Disposal
• Most Patriotic: Fallon Theatre
• Chamber Choice Award: NVRC Dust Devils
Mayor Ken Tedford said the America250 celebration provided an opportunity to reflect on the nation’s history while celebrating the traditions and community spirit that make Fallon a special place to call home.
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