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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


‘The Fourth Awakens’ in Evanston this Independence Day

June 30, 2016

Evanston is preparing for its Independence Day celebration, which will begin at 9 a.m. on Monday with a series of playground games and competitions for the city’s youngest. The day’s activities...

An acoustic band plays Sunday afternoon on the main stage at the Fountain Square Art Festival. More than 160 vendors set up shop Sunday at the annual market in downtown Evanston.

Fountain Square Art Festival held for first time after July Fourth

July 8, 2013

The Fountain Square Art Festival took over downtown Evanston this weekend, the first time it was held after Independence Day in more than three decades. "We thought people would be away for the...

Joan Ducayet, former Evanston 4th of July president, discusses potential new playground sites for Independence Day celebration during a public meeting hosted by her organization and the city.

Evanston 4th of July Association, city host public meeting

April 29, 2013

Evanston residents may be able to catch a free ride to the city’s Fourth of July parade this summer. Complimentary shuttles were one of several suggestions brought up Monday night at a community meeting...

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