Walhalla’s official independence celebration will be July 3

The city with Germanic roots–Walhalla, South Carolina–will celebrate America’s Independence Day next week on the eve of the official holiday.  City councilman Tjay Bagwell says the city’s official celebration will take place Wednesday evening, July 3 on the grounds of Memorial Stadium, N. Broad Street.  Organizers promise a military band, bouncy houses, food, and a fireworks display that will cap the evening at 9:30 pm.  Everyone is invited.