Independence Day

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 4, 2026: we take time to reflect on the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America; we’ll visit a key battlefield and talk with veterans excavating another; we’ll also hear from Pulitzer Prize winning author and historian Jon Meacham; and more!

According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular gas in South Carolina sits at $3.47 as of Tuesday.

While fireworks are a staple for Independence Day celebrations, they can cause injury and negatively impact military veterans. Here's how to be proactive.

Join hosts Daniel Thompson and Brandon Gray for this quiz show challenging listeners to test their knowledge of our country's history, from how previous generations marked July 4th to what Hollywood gets wrong in historical epics.