Members of the Taylor High School band and color guard marched and performed during the Fourth of July parade Thursday morning

Young riders show their patriotism waving flags during the parade. Photo by Dee Dee Yelverton

The 6U Taylor Duck baseball team won third place in the parade for their float. Photo by Dee Dee Yelverton

A thumbs up for a fun-filled day of celebration and fireworks on July 4. Photo by Edie Zuvanich

Cowboys throw candy to the crowd as they stroll down the parade route. Photo by Rachel Trussell

Taylor cheerleaders kept the crowd entertained with cheers and smiles throughout the parade Photo by Dee Dee Yelverton

Nothing is more American than a bald eagle in a US flag top hat riding in the Fourth of July parade in Taylor. Photo by Rachel Trussell

The Taylor Pride group marched with American and Pride flags together. Photo by Edie Zuvanich

Horses walked in the parade to the delight of the audience and the riders.

Tim Crow served as the parade marshal and float judge. Photos by Edie Zuvanich