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Today is National French Fries Day. It is time to celebrate America's favorite side dish. Despite the name, food historians widely credit Belgium as the true birthplace of the french fry.

It was on this day in 1981 that Nintendo unleashed Donkey Kong, a classic that would change the arcade landscape forever. Not only did it introduce the world to gaming's most famous gorilla, but it also marked the very first appearance of a character named Jumpman, who would later become the global icon, Mario.

It was on this day, 45 years ago, that the Solar Challenger successfully completed a 163-mile flight across the English Channel. Powered purely by the sun without any fuel or batteries, the innovative aircraft proved the boundary-pushing potential of renewable energy.

Besides it being America’s 250th anniversary, it's the 200th anniversary of the deaths of Adams and Jefferson. In an astonishing twist of historical fate, founding fathers and arguably best friends, John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, both passed away on the exact same day: July 4, 1826, precisely 50 years after the adoption of the Declaration of Independence.

Our office will be closed today to kick off a long weekend, celebrating Independence Day. Our office will be open as usual on Monday, the 6th of July. Have a safe and happy 4th!

Today marks the 50th Anniversary of Vietnam's Reunification. It was half a century ago that North and South Vietnam were officially reunified after decades of devastating division and conflict. July 2, 1976, marked the formal birth of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, closing a long, tumultuous chapter of wartime history.

On this day in 1956, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the Federal-Aid Highway Act into law. This landmark legislation authorized the creation, fundamentally changing American travel and commerce.

Today is National Sunglasses Day. Beyond being a stylish accessory, quality eyewear is essential for protecting your vision from harmful UV rays and maintaining long-term eye health.

Since the 28th falls on a Sunday, we thought it would be appropriate to let you know the 28th is National Insurance Awareness Day, an annual reminder for individuals and businesses to review their policies. Give us a call or email on Monday if you would like to schedule a review of your coverage.