Fireworks Stores Prepare for New Year’s Celebrations
With New Year’s Day quickly approaching, area fireworks stores are preparing for an onslaught of customers who are eager to ring in 2023.
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Selma Police Issue New Year’s Celebration Warnings
From the West Alabama Newsroom– As people get set to ring in a new year this weekend — Selma Police are warning people — against shooting their guns in the air — on New Year’s Eve. Police Chief Kenta Fulford knows people will be out this weekend — ringing in the New Year. So he’s put together a short list…
Fourth of July Festivities Feature Fireworks in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom– Folks in Dallas County are getting ready for a fun and festive Fourth of July celebration. And they say it’s impossible to have that celebration — without fireworks. Fireworks and the Fourth of July — are inseparable. “It’s not a 4th of July without fireworks. This is the turkey and dressing that’s Thanksgiving. This is…
LIST: Local Fireworks Celebrations Planned Throughout Area
Here’s a list of local fireworks celebrations happening in our area to celebrate Independence Day.
Tips to Keep Pets Calm During Fireworks
Tips to Keep Pets Calm During Fireworks
Celebrate Independence Day in Montgomery with Events on July 2 & July 4
The City of Montgomery has announced this year’s plans to celebrate Independence Day, with events on July 2 and July 4.
MPD Experiences Decrease in Celebratory Gunfire Reports Compared to 4th of July to Last Year
Montgomery Police Department reports that from July 4th at 6pm until 6am on July 5th, MPD responded to 486 service calls. MPD responded to 23 calls for shots fired, which is a 73% decrease (86 calls) from 2020. They responded to eight shopspotter calls. They were up four calls in 2021 compared to the four calls in 2020. The calls for fireworks were 144. This is a 47% decrease from 2020 as their were 270 calls. There were also six reports of damage to property from firearms.
Pike Road’s 4th of July Summerfest Celebration Scheduled for Thursday
One of this year’s first 4th of July celebrations will be Thursday in Pike Road.
List of Local 4th of July Fireworks Shows
Because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, fireworks celebrations have been scaled back across our area this year. Montgomery isn’t holding a fireworks show, and fireworks are illegal to set off inside city limits. But there are still cities holding fireworks shows while maintaining social distancing requirements. Here is a list of local shows. Please note that some of these…
Pet Safety During Independence Festivities
Fireworks are a Fourth of July tradition that can be fun for people. However, the loud noises can be scary for animals. Pike Animal Shelter officials are sharing tips to help keep your animals safe for the fourth. They say pet owners need to keep an eye out on their pets and watch for stress signals. Shelter Interim Director Jacob…
