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Photos + Video: Celebrating America's Independence with fireworks over Lake Okabena

Thousands gather around Lake Okabena for annual fireworks display.

Spectators enjoy the Independence Day fireworks from the shore of Lake Okabena at Chautauqua Park Monday evening, July 4, 2022.
Spectators enjoy the Independence Day fireworks from the shore of Lake Okabena at Chautauqua Park Monday evening, July 4, 2022.
Tim Middagh / The Globe
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July 05, 2022 09:12 AM
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From backyard barbecues to community parades, Americans know how to celebrate Independence Day. In Worthington, a fabulous fireworks display over Lake Okabena capped off the long weekend.

Boaters enjoy the Independence Day fireworks from watercraft on Lake Okabena Monday evening, July 4, 2022.
Boaters enjoy the Independence Day fireworks from watercraft on Lake Okabena Monday evening, July 4, 2022.
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Tim Middagh joined The Globe in the fall of 2015 as the newspaper's full-time photographer. A native of Worthington, he enjoys taking nature and wildlife photos.
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