From La Pine to Sisters: Central Oregon celebrates America’s 250th

LA PINE/SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) -- America is marking a historic milestone this Independence Day, as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary—and Central Oregon is celebrating in full force.

From parades to community festivals, cities across the region are preparing for a packed Fourth of July. In La Pine, Frontier Days returns with its signature blend of small-town tradition, including live music, a parade, and family-friendly events. More details on the celebration can be found at lapinefrontierdays.org.

Meanwhile, in Sisters, the annual Sisters 4th Fest promises a full day of festivities, drawing crowds for its popular parade and community gatherings in the heart of downtown.

KTVZ’s Tracee Tuesday takes a closer look at how these local celebrations reflect the spirit of America’s 250th birthday—and what it means for communities here at home.

Watch the full report tonight at 6 p.m. on KTVZ’s NBC affiliate.