The Tioga community turned out in force to celebrate Independence Day while supporting the Tioga Volunteer Fire Department during the department's annual Fourth of July celebration.

Following the event, the department thanked residents, sponsors, volunteers and community partners for helping make this year's celebration "another incredible success," noting that community support allows the all-volunteer department to continue serving Tioga.

The department expressed appreciation to attendees for their encouragement and generosity, reminding residents that donations directly support its mission of protecting and serving the community.