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      <title>Shoot A Firework Today In Michigan &amp; Get A $1,000 Fine</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Jul 2023 14:05:01 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Before you pop off those fireworks after the Fourth of July holiday, check Michigan law or you will be fined!! <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/878/p/firework-michigan-1000-fine/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Before you pop off those fireworks after the Fourth of July holiday, check Michigan law or you will be fined!! <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/878/p/firework-michigan-1000-fine/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>WATCH: Fireworks Mishaps Across West Michigan and Ohio This 4th of July</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Jul 2023 10:28:43 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[This 4th of July was particularly active with accidents. <a href="https://wgrd.com/watch-fireworks-mishaps-across-west-michigan-and-ohio-this-4th-of-july/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[This 4th of July was particularly active with accidents. <a href="https://wgrd.com/watch-fireworks-mishaps-across-west-michigan-and-ohio-this-4th-of-july/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Have Fun This Weekend! Grand Rapids’ Fourth of July Weekend Weather Temperature Guide</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2023 14:10:01 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Before you travel for Fourth Of July Weekend, you may want to check the weather for all the places you will or could be in Michigan, including Grand Rapids. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/878/p/fourth-of-july-weekend-weather/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Before you travel for Fourth Of July Weekend, you may want to check the weather for all the places you will or could be in Michigan, including Grand Rapids. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/878/p/fourth-of-july-weekend-weather/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Here’s Where You’ll Find The Best Fireworks Displays This Weekend in West Michigan</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jun 2023 12:42:30 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[It's time to let freedom ring, and these are some of the best places to celebrate the fourth of July. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/44/p/west-michigan-4th-fireworks-2023/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[It&apos;s time to let freedom ring, and these are some of the best places to celebrate the fourth of July. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/44/p/west-michigan-4th-fireworks-2023/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Tips for Keeping Your Pets Safe During The LOUD Weekend in West Michigan</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Between the Field of Flight air show in Battle Creek and 4th of July fireworks displays, it's going to be a loud weekend for pets in West Michigan. <a href="https://wgrd.com/field-of-flight-fireworks-west-michigan-pets/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Between the Field of Flight air show in Battle Creek and 4th of July fireworks displays, it&apos;s going to be a loud weekend for pets in West Michigan. <a href="https://wgrd.com/field-of-flight-fireworks-west-michigan-pets/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2022 10:53:30 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Fireworks should not only be on the Fourth of July. Here is a list of places you can see fireworks every day leading up to the national holiday. <a href="https://wgrd.com/want-to-see-fireworks-for-every-day-until-fourth-of-july/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Fireworks should not only be on the Fourth of July. Here is a list of places you can see fireworks every day leading up to the national holiday. <a href="https://wgrd.com/want-to-see-fireworks-for-every-day-until-fourth-of-july/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Is It Too Dry To Shoot Off Fireworks This Fourth of July in West Michigan?</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2022 02:01:58 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[It's been extremely hot and dry in West Michigan this summer, will we have to worry about a fireworks ban this year? <a href="https://wgrd.com/is-it-too-dry-to-shoot-off-fireworks-this-fourth-of-july-in-west-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[It&apos;s been extremely hot and dry in West Michigan this summer, will we have to worry about a fireworks ban this year? <a href="https://wgrd.com/is-it-too-dry-to-shoot-off-fireworks-this-fourth-of-july-in-west-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Food &amp; Fireworks! The Grand Rapids Foodie Fest Is Coming Soon</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2022 11:51:37 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[One thing about Grand Rapids, we do not play about our food and our celebrations. The first annual Grand Rapids Foodie Fest is set to take place during 4th of July weekend. <a href="https://wgrd.com/food-fireworks-the-grand-rapids-foodie-fest-is-coming-soon/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[One thing about Grand Rapids, we do not play about our food and our celebrations. The first annual Grand Rapids Foodie Fest is set to take place during 4th of July weekend. <a href="https://wgrd.com/food-fireworks-the-grand-rapids-foodie-fest-is-coming-soon/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>West Michigan’s 2021 Fireworks Schedule</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 25 Jun 2021 19:13:59 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Events are starting to come back in 2021, and while some communities have decided to hold off on Fourth of July festivities this year, there are still plenty of events happening around West Michigan for you to enjoy with your friends and family.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/west-michigans-2021-fireworks-schedule/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Events are starting to come back in 2021, and while some communities have decided to hold off on Fourth of July festivities this year, there are still plenty of events happening around West Michigan for you to enjoy with your friends and family.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/west-michigans-2021-fireworks-schedule/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Celebrating the Fourth of July in Kentwood</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Kentwood  will have their Fourth of July celebration on Sat., July 3. Activities include breakfast, a 5K race, a parade, a carnival, live music and fireworks. <a href="https://wgrd.com/celebrating-fourth-of-july-in-kentwood/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Kentwood  will have their Fourth of July celebration on Sat., July 3. Activities include breakfast, a 5K race, a parade, a carnival, live music and fireworks. <a href="https://wgrd.com/celebrating-fourth-of-july-in-kentwood/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Michigan DNR Says Waterways Just As Busy As Before COVID-19 Pandemic</title>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2020 02:09:04 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Officers made over 15,000 public contacts in 72 hours.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/michigan-dnr-says-waterways-just-as-busy-as-before-covid-19-pandemic/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Officers made over 15,000 public contacts in 72 hours.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/michigan-dnr-says-waterways-just-as-busy-as-before-covid-19-pandemic/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2020 02:37:43 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[A lot of us went up north for the holiday weekend, but not everyone was excited to see all the people.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/the-up-says-that-if-they-shut-down-its-the-fault-of-trolls/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[A lot of us went up north for the holiday weekend, but not everyone was excited to see all the people.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/the-up-says-that-if-they-shut-down-its-the-fault-of-trolls/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Dorr Residents Hold 4th of July Parade Despite Executive Orders</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2020 15:04:44 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[After the Dorr Business Association canceled its Fourth of July parade and fireworks, residents carried on to make sure that a celebration still happened. <a href="https://wgrd.com/dorr-residents-hold-4th-of-july-parade-despite-executive-orders/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[After the Dorr Business Association canceled its Fourth of July parade and fireworks, residents carried on to make sure that a celebration still happened. <a href="https://wgrd.com/dorr-residents-hold-4th-of-july-parade-despite-executive-orders/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Buck Moon, Thunder Moon, Hay Moon, This Weekend!</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2020 09:00:19 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Buck Moon, Thunder Moon, Hay Moon, This Weekend! <a href="https://wgrd.com/buck-moon-thunder-moon-hay-moon-this-weekend/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Buck Moon, Thunder Moon, Hay Moon, This Weekend! <a href="https://wgrd.com/buck-moon-thunder-moon-hay-moon-this-weekend/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Andy Rent]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>A Few Community Firework Shows Are Still Scheduled Close to GR</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2020 19:44:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[If you want someone else to shoot off your fireworks, then you might be interested in a few of these shows, just bit north of Grand Rapids.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/a-few-community-firework-shows-are-still-schedule-north-of-gr/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[If you want someone else to shoot off your fireworks, then you might be interested in a few of these shows, just bit north of Grand Rapids.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/a-few-community-firework-shows-are-still-schedule-north-of-gr/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Rob Sparks]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Michigan Won’t Be Moving To Re-opening Phase 5 Before July 4th</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2020 20:24:11 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[There was hope that it would happen this week, but new data from the East Lansing area shows that it's not quite the right time to open everything up.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/michigan-wont-be-moving-to-re-opening-phase-5-before-july-4th/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[There was hope that it would happen this week, but new data from the East Lansing area shows that it&apos;s not quite the right time to open everything up.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/michigan-wont-be-moving-to-re-opening-phase-5-before-july-4th/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Rob Sparks]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Grandville 4th of July Celebration Canceled Due to COVID-19</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2020 14:09:07 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The City of Grandville says the very difficult decision was made in the interest of public health. <a href="https://wgrd.com/grandville-4th-of-july-celebration-canceled-due-to-covid-19/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[The City of Grandville says the very difficult decision was made in the interest of public health. <a href="https://wgrd.com/grandville-4th-of-july-celebration-canceled-due-to-covid-19/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Janna]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>South Haven Cancels July Fireworks Due to High Water Levels</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2020 00:14:21 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The thousands that head to South Haven for Independence Day fireworks will have to find somewhere else to go this summer.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/south-haven-cancels-july-fireworks-due-to-high-water-levels/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[The thousands that head to South Haven for Independence Day fireworks will have to find somewhere else to go this summer.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/south-haven-cancels-july-fireworks-due-to-high-water-levels/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Janna]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Plan Now for a Fireworks-Free 4th of July at Michigan State Parks</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 22 Apr 2019 16:24:31 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Ten Michigan state parks are participating.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/plan-now-for-a-fireworks-free-4th-of-july-at-michigan-state-parks/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Ten Michigan state parks are participating.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/plan-now-for-a-fireworks-free-4th-of-july-at-michigan-state-parks/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Matt Milhouse]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Some Michigan Residents Do NOT Like Fireworks</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 06 Jul 2017 12:09:54 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[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... <a href="https://wgrd.com/some-michigan-residents-do-not-like-fireworks/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[It&apos;s fireworks season in Michigan, and a lot of people aren&apos;t happy about it.&nbsp;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... <a href="https://wgrd.com/some-michigan-residents-do-not-like-fireworks/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Connor]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Fireworks-Free Fourth of July Returning to Many Michigan State Parks</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 09 Jun 2017 13:00:50 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[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 for veterans and others, including pet owners, who are seeking a quieter 4th of July. <a href="https://wgrd.com/fireworks-free-fourth-of-july-returning-to-many-michigan-state-parks/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[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&nbsp;alternative camping options for veterans and others, including pet owners, who are seeking a quieter 4th of July. <a href="https://wgrd.com/fireworks-free-fourth-of-july-returning-to-many-michigan-state-parks/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Matt Milhouse]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Amway Family Fireworks – the Big Fireworks Show! [Photos]</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2015 17:34:21 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[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! <a href="https://wgrd.com/amway-family-fireworks-the-big-fireworks-show-photos/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[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! <a href="https://wgrd.com/amway-family-fireworks-the-big-fireworks-show-photos/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Wendy Reed]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Grand Rapids Pools Open on Fourth of July Thanks to Donation</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2015 23:27:11 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[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! <a href="https://wgrd.com/grand-rapids-pools-open-on-fourth-of-july-thanks-to-donation/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[This Saturday, July 4th, all three Grand Rapids&apos; 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! <a href="https://wgrd.com/grand-rapids-pools-open-on-fourth-of-july-thanks-to-donation/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Janna]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Celebrating at Celebration on the Grand</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 04 Jul 2014 14:45:51 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[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 excellent weather at Ah-Nab-Awen Park for the 35th annual Celebration on the Grand, which made the  <a href="https://wgrd.com/celebrating-at-celebration-on-the-grand/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[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 excellent weather at Ah-Nab-Awen Park for the 35th annual Celebration on the Grand, which made the  <a href="https://wgrd.com/celebrating-at-celebration-on-the-grand/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <media:description xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/">Tony Wright</media:description>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Mix 95.7]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Fireworks Season Means Enjoying Community Displays, Celebrating Safely [Video/Infographic]</title>
      <link>https://wgrd.com/fireworks-season-means-enjoying-community-displays-celebrating-safely-at-home/</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2014 16:00:59 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[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 professionally-done aerial fireworks displays such as the Amway Family Fireworks on July 5 at Ah-Nab-Awe <a href="https://wgrd.com/fireworks-season-means-enjoying-community-displays-celebrating-safely-at-home/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[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 professionally-done aerial fireworks displays such as the Amway Family Fireworks on July 5 at Ah-Nab-Awe <a href="https://wgrd.com/fireworks-season-means-enjoying-community-displays-celebrating-safely-at-home/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Rick Martinez]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Independence Day Weekend Fireworks and Activities in West Michigan – 2014</title>
      <link>https://wgrd.com/independence-day-weekend-fireworks-and-activities-in-west-michigan-2014/</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2014 18:00:11 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[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! <a href="https://wgrd.com/independence-day-weekend-fireworks-and-activities-in-west-michigan-2014/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[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! <a href="https://wgrd.com/independence-day-weekend-fireworks-and-activities-in-west-michigan-2014/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Matt Milhouse]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Free Beer &amp; Hot Wings: California Town Council Tries to Put End to Annual Marshmallow War [Video]</title>
      <link>https://wgrd.com/free-beer-hot-wings-california-town-council-tries-to-put-end-to-annual-marshmallow-war-video/</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2014 11:16:03 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[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. <a href="https://wgrd.com/free-beer-hot-wings-california-town-council-tries-to-put-end-to-annual-marshmallow-war-video/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[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&apos;s been going on every year since 1985, but now some fun sponges are trying to put a stop to it all. <a href="https://wgrd.com/free-beer-hot-wings-california-town-council-tries-to-put-end-to-annual-marshmallow-war-video/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <media:description xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/">Yella Mella Macra/Sugar Addict</media:description>
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      <title>4th of July Weekend Festivities</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2014 20:00:19 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[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 Friday, July 4. The Amway Family Fireworks event will cap off the event shortly after dusk Saturday, Jul <a href="https://wgrd.com/more-celebration-en-route-for-grand-rapids-annual-4th-of-july-festivitie/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[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 Friday, July 4. The Amway Family Fireworks event will cap off the event shortly after dusk Saturday, Jul <a href="https://wgrd.com/more-celebration-en-route-for-grand-rapids-annual-4th-of-july-festivitie/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <media:description xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/">Photo Courtesy of Amway</media:description>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Rick Martinez]]></dc:creator>
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