W’Burg hot dog eating contest held on July 4

Photos by TIMOTHY WYATT

Independence Day Festivities in Williamsburg included many of the same events residents have come to love over the years, including the annual hot dog eating contest at Kentucky Splash Waterpark. Dozens of contestants both young and old gathered under the big green umbrella near the gift shop to see if they had what it takes to eat the most hot dogs. Following the contest, the yearly duck race was held at the lazy river. The evening was capped by a fireworks display.