A driver waves from the seat of a vintage tractor Monday, July 3, while his riders prepare to toss candy during Marengo's annual parade. See more July 3 and 4 celebration photos inside. (Melinda Wichmann/The Pioneer-Republican)
American Legion Post 39 held a flag-raising ceremony in Belle Plaine on the 4th of July. (Jim Magdefrau/Special to The Star Press Union)
Candy bag in hand, a youngster waves at floats as they pass during Williamsburg's July 4 parade. (Melinda Wichmann/The Journal Tribune)