Fourth of July in Birmingham: What You Missed

Were you out of town this holiday weekend and are just now catching up? Birmingham celebrated the nation's independence with fireworks, and an artsBLAST. Patch has a primer on Fourth of July coverage in Birmingham and beyond. Residents celebrated history, and announced a presidential run.

For the members of the Piety Hill chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Fourth of July is more than a holiday. And for U.S. Rep. John McCotter (R-Livonia), what better way to express that patriotism than make an official bid for the White House? Finally, test your knowledge of American history with five facts that you didn't know about Independence Day.

What happened: parades, fireworks, music

There was plenty to do this weekend in Birmingham and beyond, including parades, fireworks and a concert by the U.S. Army's Field Band, the Jazz Ambassadors.

Barbecue ideas, deals

Were you planning a barbecue this 4th of July holiday? Patch had plenty of ideas and ways to save this holiday.

Driving and weather

The Michigan Department of Transportation eased some of its driving restrictions for the holiday weekend and lucky for those heading home Tuesday, most of the storms that hit the Metro Detroit area Saturday are letting up for clear driving weather.

Open for business

City offices, post offices and the Baldwin Public Library are open after being closed for the holiday weekend.