Martin Fourth of July celebration continues

The Martin family of Hays has extended an invitation to people in the area to come to a four-decade-old tradition Wednesday for their annual Fourth of July celebration.

Sheila Martin said her family has held celebrations on the Fourth for 36 years at their residence in Hays.

The celebration starts with a community parade at 10 a.m., with a horseshoe tournament starting at the same time.

Kids games will start at noon, with mud volleyball starting at 1 p.m. followed by a mud tug-of-war.

A free barbecue starts at 2 p.m.

An Independence Fitness Challenge starts at 4 p.m., with teens running first...