I sit here trying to figure out what exactly the benefits are in allowing fireworks in Clark County. A few companies make money and every time the subject is brought before the Clark County Council, ...

Here we go again, the Fourth of July holiday and once again we are told that if not for fireworks sales, many would be unable to raise monies for their nonprofits. Let us be real here — it is not the ...

What’s all the fuss about Fourth of July? The city is partnering with the Kiwanis for a Fourth of July festival and fireworks. The Kiwanis generously fund the fireworks display. The city’s in charge ...

One letter writer argues against restrictions on fireworks, citing other loud events like EAA and motorcycles. Another letter writer urges Oshkosh to invest in more resilient infrastructure to handle ...

Kudos to City Council members, our city manager and city staff who responded to concerns expressed by residents apprehensive about the unintentional negative impacts of Fourth of July events on the ...

Residing exactly one mile from the Salt Lake Bees home stadium, one wonders if the main attraction is professional baseball or a place to frequently see fireworks. One may not be shocked to see them ...

I commend the recent Letter to the Editor that rightly criticizes the use of fireworks to “celebrate” a significant event, specifically the outdated fireworks display marking the 100th anniversary of ...

I don’t like selfish people. Setting off fireworks weeks before the holiday is very disturbing. Loud booms at 3 a.m. on New Year’s are not appreciated. Keep fireworks magical by obeying the law and be ...

To the editor — Hey there, parents of children and teenagers! With the Fourth of July right around the corner, it's time to start thinking about fireworks. Remember, it's best to leave the fireworks ...

10 years ago, I could sit outside and enjoy the 4th of July grilling out in my yard on Central Avenue. The last two years I can hardly stand to be inside my house with all the fans on and the TV ...

On the Fourth of July, while the loud bangs of firecrackers were going off, I was reading, by coincidence, about some negative effects of fireworks. Perchlorate levels spike in surface and groundwater ...

llegal aerial fireworks light up Chinatown and Honolulu Harbor on Wednesday night. Select an option below to continue reading this premium story. Already a Honolulu Star-Advertiser subscriber? Log in ...