The fireworks were banned, but Russell residents still enjoyed a flag dedication ceremony Tuesday night during the town’s two-day Freedom Fireworks July 4th celebration.

A new 20’x30′ American flag is flying at the crossroad of Highway 281 and old Highway 40.  The intersection is the same location the Stars and Stripes used to hang years ago.

The flag honors  military veterans, police, firefighters, EMTs and other First Responders.

See more tonight on Street Beat Eagle Community TV Channel 14.