Good morning, Ames.

Central Iowa will host many Fourth of July festivities as local Ames events include a Patriotic Concert at Bandshell Park on Thursday at 7 p.m. and fireworks near Jack Trice Stadium around 10:00 p.m.—other nearby communities will offer parades, concerts and family-friendly activities to celebrate Independence Day.

Iowa Falls native Cpl.

Melvin Huff died in 1945 when his plane went missing in Papua New Guinea, and his remains were returned Thursday night from a flight out of Dallas. His remains will be escorted by Patriot Guard Riders and laid to rest today at 1 p.m. at Union Cemetery—flags are ordered at half-staff in his honor.

Iowa Games Folkstyle Wrestling Competition

10 a.m. — Lied Recreation Athletic Center — $30 early registration — Competitive wrestling for all ages in a fun, community-focused atmosphere.

David Zollo & The Body Electric Concert

5:30 p.m. — Roosevelt Park — Free entry — Experience an evening of captivating live music at the Roosevelt Summer Sundays Concert Series.