As we join together this weekend to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, please note that today’s newspaper serves as our expanded weekend edition, as the Fourth of July falls on Saturday.

While there won’t be a printed newspaper on Saturday as you’re accustomed to, our reporters will be working to cover the stories that matter most throughout the holiday weekend. For breaking news, local events, sports, weather updates and more, visit our website at www.marshallindependent.com for the latest developments.

From all of us, thank you for your continued readership and support. We wish you and your family a safe, happy and memorable Fourth of July.