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Local festivals, traffic closures, and emergency service reports

PUBLISHED Jun 24, 2026, 2:56 PM ET

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Pleasanton hosted its 13th annual Fourth of July Bash on Saturday, June 27, featuring live performances, inflatable attractions, a rock wall and a barbecue competition starting at 6 p.m.; the event schedule listed children's activities, face painting, animal exhibits and multiple musical acts throughout the afternoon and evening. Elsewhere this week, Imlay City held a Blueberry Festival June 27 with contests and a car show, Hillsborough County posted overnight lane closures from June 28 through July 2 impacting I-75, I-275 and several bridges, Shelter Island published its June 25 community calendar, and Campbell County Fire Department reported multiple June 24 incidents, noting 1,610 year-to-date responses.

By Ayesha A. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

June 24, 2026: Campbell County Fire Department logged multiple incidents, including a fireworks-caused mattress fire.
June 25, 2026: Shelter Island Reporter published a community calendar listing recurring programs and meetings.
June 27, 2026: Pleasanton held its 13th annual Fourth of July Bash with scheduled entertainment and activities.
June 27, 2026: Imlay City held its Blueberry Festival with contests, a car show, and vendor activities.
June 28–July 2, 2026: Hillsborough County implemented overnight lane closures on I-75, I-275, and several bridges.

News Intelligence

Community events like Pleasanton's Fourth of July Bash and Imlay City's Blueberry Festival offer family-friendly fun and local engagement. However, Hillsborough County's overnight lane closures could affect your travel plans. Stay informed to maximize enjoyment and minimize inconvenience.

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Who Benefited

Local vendors, performers, and community organizations benefited from festival attendance, sponsorships, and visibility generated by the June 27 events and related community programming.

Who Impacted

Commuters and local drivers experienced delays and route changes due to overnight interstate and bridge lane closures scheduled June 28–July 2, and some residents encountered fire-related property risk from fireworks-caused outdoor fires.