Independence Day in the Valley

Left to right, photos by Jerry Melrose:

• Brothers in blood, brothers-in-arms! Long Valley veterans Glen (left) and Kevin Chamberlain preparing to raise Old Glory on Independence Day morning in Orderville.

• Valley High School senior Lydia Cox leading the Orderville Independence Day Parade on State Street Highway 89.

• Jett Jennings jettisoning candies along the Orderville 4th of July Parade route with mom Marla at the reins.

• Members of the Precious Gems Dance Studio taking flight in Orderville’s 4th of July Parade after their participation in the Twin Town of Glendale’s. In the foreground are (left-to-right): Jaylee Hoyt, Sheridyn Hoyt, Harper Hoyt and Charlotte Peterson.