What's News Today: Friday, July 3

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(WSLS 10) - The Independence Day celebrations start Friday in Martinsville as the speedway hosts Celebration 2015. It's a free event with carnival rides starting at 3 p.m. and music at 6 p.m. Beach Band of the Decade "The Tams" will take  to the stage at 7 p.m. Then, stick around for fireworks. The 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit will also be at the Martinsville Speedway.

The Greenbrier Classic continues Friday with the second round of play.  After the clubs are put away, fans will head to the concert series. Taking the stage Friday night are Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert. Gates will open at 8 p.m..  Miranda Lambert takes the stage at 8 p.m. with Blake Shelton expected to perform at 9:30 p.m.

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People will flock to Wythe County Friday and Saturday for the Rural Retreat Fiddlers Convention. The event features at least 13 different competitions including banjo, fiddle and harmonica. In addition to the competitions, several groups will perform. The youth competition kicks off at 6 p.m. with others held throughout the day Saturday.