Fred Newton’s epic swim down the Mississippi River earned him a world record, but not the fame and fortune he hoped.

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All along the Mississippi River, folks from around town dressed down in red, white and blue came to check out what was ...

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Tons of revelers lined up along the Mississippi River in New Orleans to watch a vibrant firework display, to close out a day ...

Red, white, and blue lights filled the sky as people watched fireworks shine across the Mississippi River. Hundreds of people ...

New Orleans celebrates July 4 with music, hot dogs, patriotic colors and of course, fireworks. On Thursday, find celebrations ...

New Orleans and nearby parishes prepare for a vibrant Independence Day weekend with ESSENCE Fest, riverfront fireworks, ...

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This article was written by James Holloway, Special to The Post. Holloway is a writer in the process of moving to Vicksburg, ...