It's fireworks season in Michigan, and a lot of people aren't happy about it. Under the current Michigan law, fireworks are allowed on holidays such as the Fourth of July and the day before and after. The law also states that fireworks are not allowed between midnight and 8:00 AM...
The Fourth of July is a time for celebration and fireworks, but many veterans seek an alternative to the loud fireworks displays this time of year. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency are working together to provide alternative camping options fo…
Another Amway Family Fireworks is in the books! What a great night of music, food, family, fun, and fireworks! If you missed the fireworks show, or if you want to relive the show, we got some photos of it to share with you!
This Saturday, July 4th, all three Grand Rapids' pools will be open! Normally, the pools are closed on the holiday, but this year, thanks to a generous donation, GR pools are open for Fourth of July swimming!
Celebration on the Grand's shift to summer came with a almost fall-like weather on Friday afternoon. However, it wasn't autumn. It was the Fourth of July -- Independence Day, with summer in full bloom on a holiday weekend. The City of Grand Rapids' effort for sustainable special events debuted with ex…
It's the season for fireworks, which are synonymous with Independence Day celebrations. July 4 marks the 238th anniversary this year of the United States' independence from England through the Declaration of Independence. It means celebrating our nation's founding through community events, with profe…
Independence Day weekend will bring many opportunities to celebrate and enjoy fireworks in West Michigan in 2014. Take a look at our list and have a great Independence Day weekend!
An annual tradition in Ocean Beach, Calif., is in jeopardy! Every year, there is a huge marshmallow fight on its Pacific Ocean beach for the Fourth of July. It's been going on every year since 1985, but now some fun sponges are trying to put a stop to it all.
The City of Grand Rapids today announced that Celebration on the Grand and the Fourth of July fireworks are being combined into a two-day event to be held annually the first Friday and Saturday of July. With the shift, this year’s Celebration on the Grand activities will be held the evening of Frida…