With Independence Day celebrations taking place this week, The Telegraph asked: "What does being an American mean to you?"

 

Patrick O’Leary

“I defended this country in Vietnam so that I could vote for issues that I believe in, against those that I don’t.”

 

Steve Ulery

“It means having the freedom to do what you want.”

 

David Dye

“A whole bunch!”

 

Steve Kerchee

 

“Cold beer, cheeseburgers and Jimmy Buffet.”


 

Debra Wells

“Freedom of choice.”

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September 11, 2025
Back on top

After harrowing flying accident, local highliner steps back out with renewed mission
 

September 11, 2025
New order

Rule change for Land and Water Conservation Fund raises alarms

September 4, 2025
Armed with knowledge

Local community organizers work to ensure immigrant neighbors know their rights