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Local Fourth of July celebrants made s’mores with the new marshmallow-roasting table sponsored by the local congregation of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on July 4. The

Local Fourth of July celebrations will feature traditional fireworks, rodeos, and plenty of patriotic music. And, of course, there’s that annual hot dog gorging competition at Yettie Polk Park.

The Chronicle guide to local Fourth of July events and more excitement over the long holiday weekend.