Donald Trump may have taken over events in Washington around the nation’s 250th birthday, but the president is far removed from most activities in the states that have been part of America from the beginning — the 13 original colonies stretching from New Hampshire to Georgia. Among the thousands of events planned in those states […]

For America's 250th birthday, the U.S. government is hosting two major events hosted by rival groups. One got Trump, the other got bigger musical acts.

Who is sponsoring which event might make all the difference in whether it is an activity you want to attend.

As America approaches its 250th birthday, the celebration is overshadowed by Donald Trump's pervasive presence, from proposed currency appearances to a controversial arch at…