In this provided photo, Michelle Stewart and her husband, Bryan Stewart, pose for a photo during her retirement ceremony as Chief of Staff at the Arlington National Cemetery on July 25, 2014. Both Michelle and Bryan Stewart retired with the rank of colonel after a combined nearly 60 years of service in the U.S. Army. They currently live in Battle Ground, Wash.
Courtesy Col. Keith Joseph
In just a few weeks, millions of Americans will celebrate the Fourth of July with their families and friends at barbecues, parades and outdoor concerts under fireworks. This year’s celebrations will take on added significance as our nation commemorates the 250th anniversary of its independence.
As we approach this historic milestone, “Think Out Loud” hears from guests whose life experiences and personal histories illuminate different aspects of what it means to be an American.
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We start by hearing from Bryan and Michelle Stewart, a married couple in Battle Ground, Wash. Bryan and Michelle retired as colonels in the U.S. Army after nearly 60 years of combined service at military bases in the U.S and abroad. They both served in Afghanistan and Iraq. Bryan was also deployed to the NATO headquarters in Belgium. Michelle worked in Bosnia, where she helped identify mass grave sites and assisted with the U.S.-led effort to end the war. She also served as the Chief of Staff at Arlington National Cemetery.
Michelle and Bryan Stewart join us to talk about how their military service has shaped their views on patriotism, sacrifice and our country’s founding ideals.
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WASHINGTON — The Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., is featuring Georgia among its participating states. The fair had to close for several hours Friday because of the heat, but reopened to visitors.
Georgia’s booth showcases the state’s No. 1 industry: agriculture. The display focuses on peaches, peanuts, Vidalia onions and poultry.
One fairgoer said Georgia’s agricultural offerings were a surprise.
“I was not aware that you did eggs in Georgia. I should have figured that out since Waffle House is pretty much in every town, but that was a learning, and then, of course going along with eggs is chickens,” the attendee said.
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All states are represented at the fair, though not all are participating directly.
Storm Team4 is tracking severe thunderstorms, flood watches and flash flood warnings. See all weather alerts here.
4 things to know about the weather:
Strong storms and downpours taper off as a cooler pattern settles into the DMV
Temperatures fall back below normal for early July with highs mainly in the 80s
Periods of clouds and scattered showers/storms remain possible through midweek
Humidity stays up there, but the dangerous heat is taking a break (thank goodness)
After a heat wave and some strong thunderstorms, the weather pattern across Washington and the DMV turns noticeably less hot this week.
A frontal boundary settling south of the region will bring cooler temperatures, more clouds, and periodic chances for showers through midweek. While it won’t be a washout, keep the umbrella nearby as unsettled conditions linger. Temperatures remain much more comfortable compared to the recent heat wave.
Download the NBC Washington app on iOS and Android to check the weather radar on the go.
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QuickCast
MONDAY Mostly cloudy with scattered showers and storms possible A few pockets of heavier rain cannot be ruled out Humid, but significantly cooler. Heat Index and low 90s Wind: East to northeast 5–10 mph Chance of rain: 50% Highs: 85° to 89°
MONDAY NIGHT Mostly cloudy with a few lingering showers Mild and humid Wind: Light Lows: 71°–74°
TUESDAY Mostly cloudy and cooler Showers still possible Less intense humidity compared to previous days Highs: 82°–86°
WEDNESDAY Mostly cloudy with a few breaks of sun; highs in the lower 80s A few showers possible
THURSDAY Warmer and more humid as sunshine returns Scattered afternoon storms possible
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NEVADA COUNTY, Calif. – California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials are searching for incarcerated person Miguel Banuelos, who walked away from Washington Ridge Conservation Camp in Nevada County on July 4, 2026.
Banuelos was last seen at approximately 12:35 p.m. During a 2 p.m. count, staff discovered he was missing and immediately began searching the camp grounds. After staff were unable to locate him, escape procedures were initiated and local law enforcement was notified.
Banuelos, 49, was received from San Diego County on July 23, 2025. He was sentenced to seven years for transportation or sale of a controlled substance and possession or purchase of heroin/cocaine exceeding four kilograms. He was scheduled to be released on April 20, 2028.
Banuelos is 49 years old, five feet, seven inches, weighs approximately 189 pounds, and has brown eyes and black hair.
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Anyone who sees Banuelos or has information about his whereabouts should contact 911 or the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office. Anyone with information may also contact Lt. Wayland Hanks at (916) 200-6127 or OCS Special Agent Tim Keeney at (916) 210-9159.
Since 1977, 99 percent of the people who have escaped or walked away from an adult institution, camp, in-state contract bed, or community-based program placement have been apprehended.
