Middletown welcomes Lauryn Ricketts, Dexter Manley, and Bill for 4th of July

The Town of Middletown is preparing for the annual Independence Day parade and announced the Grand Marshals and special guests that will be joining in this year’s festivities.

Washington Football legend Dexter Manley and current Commander’s running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt, aka Bill, will ride in the parade along with Grand Marshall Lauryn Ricketts, an Emmy Award winning meteorologist and Frederick County local.

Manley is a two-time Super Bowl  champion and member of the Commander’s Ring of Fame.

Bill emerged as a fan-favorite and offensive weapon during his rookie campaign last season.

He led all rookie running backs with 8 touchdowns and looks to build on that success next season.

Lauryn Ricketts, currently serves the Washington DC area with engaging weather coverage and returns home to the Shenandoah Valley to celebrate America’s 250th in Middletown.

Also joining in on this year’s parade are former Washington kicker and NFL MVP Mark Moseley and the recently crowned Miss Virginia, Maddie Marchant of Lebanon, Virginia.

Before the parade begins at 5pm, join the Town of Middletown for events starting at 8 am in the park ranging from a softball tournament, kids games, vendors, skydivers, and even a hot dog eating contest.

The park will also host live music all day long starting with Robbie Limon at 11 am until the fireworks at dusk.

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Middletown tree lighting ceremony

The Town of Middletown began their holiday celebrations yesterday with a tree lighting ceremony.

The town welcomed a special guest, the 1982 NFL MVP Mark Moseley, for the evening.

Local businesses donated food that was given away and members of the Christmas Parade Committee gave presents to children who came.

A bonfire was also held and of course a visit from the big red man himself, Santa Clause.

The event was deemed a success after having to downsize last year’s festivities. 

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