The Fourth of July is usually filled with festive, fun activities for humans — but for dogs, the Fourth is filled with fireworks and fear.

Twenty states boast average gas prices below $3, spanning from New Mexico to Missouri to South Carolina. Mississippi, the state with the nation's lowest gas prices, offers drivers an average gallon for $2.71. More than 61 million people are expected to travel by car over the July 4 holiday, AAA forecasted.

Given tariffs and inflation, it’s no surprise that this Independence Day could cost more than last. But not everything will stretch your wallet this weekend. Amid tariffs, inflation, and the rising cost of living in the United States,