Hartwell celebrates Pre-Fourth

Fireworks light up the night sky around Lake Hartwell after hours on Saturday, June 25.
Fireworks light up the night sky around Lake Hartwell after hours on Saturday, June 25.

The annual Pre-Fourth Extravaganza took place in Hartwell on Saturday, arguably the most notable festival weekend each year.

A record amount of more than 160 vendor booths attended the parade and marke…