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      <title>Stadium of Fire celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States</title>
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      <description>The Stadium of Fire is an impressive event every Fourth of July, but this year it takes on added meaning as the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary.</description>
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      <author>Clara Pierce</author>
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