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Open on July 4: retail stores and airlines. Closed: government, banks, stock exchange
NEW YORK (AP) July 4, also known as Independence Day, celebrates the unanimous decision of the Second Continental Congress…
NEW YORK (AP) — July 4, also known as Independence Day, celebrates the unanimous adoption by the Second Continental Congress of the Declaration of Independence July 4, 1776, a document announcing the separation of the colonies from Great Britain.
A year later, according to the Library of CongressA spontaneous celebration in Philadelphia marked the anniversary of American independence.
But such observations did not become commonplace until after the War of 1812, when they quickly gained momentum. Congress was slow to respond, eventually passing a law making Independence Day a federal holiday on June 28, 1870.
Here's what's open and closed this year on July 4th:
Government buildings
Government offices, post offices, courts and schools are closed.
Banks and the stock market
WE stock markets and banks are closed on Thursday.
Most FedEx and UPS pickup and delivery services will also be unavailable on Independence Day.
Retailers
Costco warehouse membership club said it would be closed on July 4thbut the vast majority of major national retailers will be open, with some offering promotions to attract customers. Hours may vary by location, so check with your local store.
Journey
Since July 4 falls on a Thursday, many Americans plan to take Friday off as well, allowing them to travel for a long weekend.
The AAA automobile club predicts that 70.9 million travelers will travel 50 miles or more from home during the holiday week of Saturday, June 29 through Sunday, July 7. The projected number of travelers for that period is 5% higher than last year and 8% higher than 2019.
AAA predicts that a record 60.6 million people will travel by car during the holiday week, up 2.8 million travelers from last year. AAA predicts that a record 5.74 million people will fly to their Fourth of July destinations, up nearly 7% from last year and up 12% from 2019.
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