# Times Square Ball Drops Eight Times | Texas News

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Podcast: [Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/texas-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7842429)
Published: 2026-07-04T04:00:47+00:00
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This Fourth of July, Times Square’s iconic ball drops eight times — not for New Year’s, but to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. Starting July 3rd at 9 p.m. ET, the countdown will hit every U.S. time zone, broadcast live with Jim Gaffigan hosting and performances from Mary J. Blige, Brad Paisley, and NE-YO. It’s a free, nationwide event organized by America250 to unite the country and inspire charitable giving — no street view, just a shared moment across the nation. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b623800ffdebea94

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