CROWN POINT â Eldon and Pauline Strong were all set for the city's Fourth of July parade that started early on Sunday.
The American flag was flying from a spot on the front of their house at Main and Elizabeth streets, adult beverages were readily available, a few family members had gathered and friends who stopped by received at least a hug or maybe two.
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The Strongs have been watching city parades go by at their red brick house for some 35 years.
"I like it that the parade started earlier. It's not as hot as when it's held in the afternoon. And it's nice to see friends I haven't seen in awhile," Eldon Strong said.