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06/18/2026

06/16/2026

🇺🇸🎆 FIRST FRIDAY STEUBENVILLE — FRIDAY, JULY 3 🎆🇺🇸

Downtown Steubenville is the place to be as First Friday takes over Fourth Street for a huge Independence Day weekend block party on Friday, July 3!

Hosted by the Harmonium Project, this free street festival brings the whole Ohio Valley together for a fun, laid-back summer night right before the Fourth of July.

Expect a packed downtown with something for everyone:
🎸 Live music all night across multiple stages
🌮 Food trucks with plenty of local favorites
🛍️ Artisan vendors and downtown shopping
🎈 Kids’ activities and family-friendly fun

🎉 A full street party vibe from start to finish
It’s one of the biggest First Fridays of the year—perfect timing, great energy, and the whole community out enjoying summer together.

⭐ Grab your friends
⭐ Bring the family
⭐ Come hungry and ready for a good time

See you on Fourth Street for a night of music, food, and summer fun in the Ohio Valley!

06/16/2026

🎉✨ Friday, June 19: STEUBENVILLE JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION PARADE ✨

🕛 Parade Begins at Noon
📍 Starting at Historic Fort Steuben

Join us as we come together for a day of celebration, unity, and community spirit!

🎖️ Grand Marshals
🌟 Mrs. Patricia Herring
Executive Director, Steuben Striders

🌟 Mr. Melvin Creech
Athletic Director, Steubenville Broncos

🎺 Bring your family, friends, and neighbors to enjoy the parade, celebrate our community, and honor a legacy of freedom and perseverance. Whether you're marching, cheering from the sidelines, or attending for the first time, everyone is welcome!

📖 Why We Celebrate Juneteenth
Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when news of freedom finally reached enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas—more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. The day marks the end of slavery in the United States and stands as a powerful reminder of resilience, hope, and the ongoing pursuit of equality and justice.

❤️ Today, Juneteenth is celebrated across the nation as a time to reflect on our shared history, honor the contributions of African Americans, and strengthen the bonds that unite our communities.

🙌 Together, let's celebrate freedom, embrace our history, and inspire future generations.

06/16/2026

🇺🇸✈️ HONOR FLIGHT at Dean Martin Festival Weekend✈️🇺🇸
Sponsored by American Legion Post #33

📅 Saturday, June 20, 2026
Historic Fort Steuben Park
🕙 10:00 AM

Join us as we recognize and honor the brave men and women who have served and sacrificed to protect our nation and preserve our freedoms.

Honor Flight celebrates America's veterans by giving them the recognition they deserve for their service, courage, and dedication to our country.

❤️ We Honor Their Service
🤍 We Remember Their Sacrifice
💙 We Salute Their Commitment

Please join us in showing gratitude to the veterans and service members who have defended the United States of America.

🇺🇸 "Because they served, we are free." 🇺🇸

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06/15/2026

🎆🇺🇸✨ AMERICA 250 CELEBRATION – FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR! Saturday, July 4th.

🇺🇸 Red, White & Boom – America 250 Celebration in Steubenville
Join the patriotic spirit of the America 250 Celebration as we honor 250 years of the United States in true hometown style! 🇺🇸✨

In the heart of Steubenville, gather at Historic Fort Steuben Park along the Ohio River for an unforgettable Independence Day experience filled with unity, pride, and celebration of freedom in the United States.

Wave your flags, wear your red, white, and blue, and celebrate the land of the free and the home of the brave as the night sky explodes in a breathtaking fireworks display over downtown Steubenville! 🎇

✨ A powerful tribute to American freedom, heritage, and 250 years of history—shared with family, friends, and community.

📍 Location: Historic Fort Steuben Park
120 S 3rd St, Steubenville, OH 43952

🕙 Fireworks Time: Approximately 10:00 PM (at dusk/nightfall)

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06/15/2026

🇺🇸⭐ AMERICA 250 IS COMING TO THE OHIO VALLEY! ⭐🇺🇸

A historic celebration is taking shape across the Ohio Valley as communities unite to honor America's 250th Anniversary.

Mayor Ralph Petrella invites residents, families, veterans, students, businesses, civic organizations, and visitors from throughout the region to be part of this once-in-a-generation celebration of American history, heritage, freedom, and community pride.

America 250 is more than a commemoration of our nation's founding—it is an opportunity to reflect on the sacrifices, achievements, and enduring values that have shaped our country for nearly two and a half centuries. It is a time to celebrate the people, places, and stories that make the Ohio Valley such a special place to call home.

🎆 Watch the America 250 promotional video:
https://youtu.be/be9LN_-x3RU?si=Gj_WY7fESVMjBOAs

From special events and educational programs to community gatherings and patriotic celebrations, the Ohio Valley is preparing to showcase the spirit of America and the strength of our local communities.

📅 View the complete schedule of America 250 events:
https://progressjeffersoncountyoh.com/events/

Join us as we celebrate 250 years of freedom, opportunity, innovation, and unity. Together, we honor our past, celebrate our present, and inspire future generations to carry forward the American story.

🇺🇸 America 250 Begins Here. Be Part of History. 🇺🇸

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

06/15/2026

⭐🇺🇸✨ Celebrate 250 Years of America! ✨🇺🇸⭐

🎆 Join Mayor Ralph Petrella and the communities of the Ohio Valley as we come together to celebrate America 250! 🎆

This historic milestone marks 250 years of American history, heritage, freedom, and hometown pride. As our nation prepares to commemorate its semiquincentennial, we invite residents, families, veterans, community organizations, and visitors to honor the spirit of unity, perseverance, and patriotism that has shaped our country since 1776.

⭐ Celebrate our past.
🇺🇸 Honor our present.
🎇 Inspire our future.

From patriotic ceremonies and historical tributes to family-friendly activities and community gatherings, America 250 is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reflect on our shared heritage and celebrate the values that continue to bring our communities together.

🎆 Come be part of the celebration as the Ohio Valley proudly honors America's 250th Anniversary! 🎆

📅 View the complete schedule of events:
https://progressjeffersoncountyoh.com/events/

🇺🇸⭐🎇 Together, we celebrate 250 years of the American story! 🎇⭐🇺🇸