Now. 74. Thu. 81. Fri. 88. byOlivia Zinn. TOPICS:. Weirton, W.Va. The annual Weirton 4th of July parade brought the allAmerican spirit to the community on Saturday. "It's like we get to see the best of our city," attendee Barbara Provenzano said. Dozens of floats lining Main Street, all decked out in red, white, and blue. Many families patiently awaiting to see their relatives in the parade like Alfred and Barbara Provenzano. "We've been coming out since our kids were little because you know, they wanted to catch candy and now it's fun to see them in the parade," Barbara Provenzano added. "I think it's great," attendee Alfred Provenzano said, "You can just see all the people here today. It's fantastic . ". The parade is not just a tradition for the Provenzanos, but for local businesses, too. For decades, First Choice America of Weirton has offered free goodies to the public. Now, the bank celebrates its 85th anniversary alongside the Land of Liberty's 248th. "Unfortunately, we're not having the festival this year, but it's a nice way for everyone to get together, especially with so much turmoil and stuff," Scott Winwood, president, First Choice America Community Federal Credit Union Weirton office explained, "It's nice to have something we all can celebrate, and what better than the 4th of July. ". The parade has been running since 1947  the same year that the city of Weirton was officially incorporated.
Annual Weirton 4th of July parade celebrates community spirit with floats decked out in red, white, and blue. Families, like the Provenzanos, enjoy the tradition of attending and participating in the parade. Local businesses, such as First Choice America, also join the celebration, offering free goodies to the public. The parade, a tradition since 1947, coincides with Weirton's incorporation year.