A trio of Roanoke-Chowan area towns are hosting events for those seeking to celebrate our nation’s independence.

The Town of Windsor will get a head start on the Independence Day tribute by staging an event July 3 at the Roanoke-Cashie River Center, located on US 17 Business near the Wilco Hess station.

Sponsored by the Windsor/Bertie Chamber of Commerce, gates open at 5 p.m. followed by entertainment, dancing, and food. Fireworks begin at dark.

Another annual event will be staged in Ahoskie where the town will host its traditional fireworks display beginning at 9:15 p.m. on Monday, July 4 at Hertford County High School.

The Ahoskie event also features music from the LowDown South Band, games and food. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Admission and parking are free.

Over in Jackson, the Northampton County Chamber of Commerce is hosting its inaugural 4^th of July Celebration. That event will be held from 5 until 10:30 p.m. at the Northampton County Cultural and Wellness Center, located on NC 305 just north of Jackson.

Entertainment at that event includes the Willie Peebles Band (5:30-6:30 p.m.) followed at 7 p.m. with the Mighty Saints of Soul taking the stage – a group that includes three original members of the legendary Band of Oz.

Inflatables will be available for children to “bounce around” on the 4^th.

Hamburgers, hot dogs, BBQ chicken, BBQ spare ribs, homemade ice cream, snow cones and soft drinks will be offered for sale by an array of local food vendors.

A large display of fireworks will fill the night sky at around 9:15 p.m.