Despite the heat, Rockbridge’s celebration of the nation’s 250th birthday rolled on throughout the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Among the scenes were (clockwise from above) Hoss & the Special Soss performing at the Balloons Over Rockbridge Hot Air Balloon and Music Festival Sunday; fireworks rising over Glen Maury Park Saturday night; hot-air balloons “glowing” Saturday evening; residents walking in Children’s Bike Parade; a sign for tethered rides at the balloon festival; attendees checking out the booths at the Freedom Food Festival; and Uncle Sam leading the Children’s Bike Parade. Photos by Joann Ware and Stephanie Mikels Blevins
