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Let's take another swing at Independence Day...on July 5th.
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Rain washed out USA vs. Japan and the post-game City of Durham fireworks extravaganza, so we will try again Tuesday evening. Gates open at 5pm for the 6:05 game. Bring your Monday night ticket for admission, and click here for more info.
A highlight of the holiday weekend was the Bright Leaf Hot Dog Eating Contest on Sunday. The News & Observer was all over the story...like mustard and chili on a hot dog. Check out the article and Takaaki Iwabu's photo essay.
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