Pittsburg celebrates Independence Day

Area children and families celebrating Independence Day had the opportunity to ride the rides at Kiddieland in Lincoln Park on Monday, including the newly installed carousel.

Fourth of July festivities on Monday included a car show near the baseball fields at Lincoln Park.

In addition to vendors selling a variety of craft products and souvenirs at Lincoln Park on Monday, the Fourth of July celebration also included several food trucks providing plenty to eat near the park’s J.J. Richards Band Shell.

The Pittsburg Fire Department usually uses its 100-foot aerial ladder truck to display the American flag on holidays. “When that rig wasn't available, the members of the A Platoon got creative!” the Fire Department said in a Facebook post Monday. “Pride in country, pride in community, and pride in our department. Outstanding work folks. To our citizens have a safe and happy 4th of July!”