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People are encouraged to take precautions when using fireworks at home, such as having a bucket of water and a shovel on hand ...

Carl Junction Fire Protection District Chief Joe Perkins says fireworks can still catch fire as long as 24 to 36 hours after ...

The Grays Harbor County Fire Marshal has announced a burn ban, effective 12:01 a.m. Thursday, via press release.

Housing Fund affordable family apartments for rent and homes, townhomes and cottages for purchase are in question amid ...

LANSING, Mich. — As Independence Day quickly approaches, state officials are urging Michiganders to use fireworks responsibly. Over 9,700 people are treated in emergency rooms each year for ...

Fireworks are a cornerstone of America's Fourth of July celebrations, but that can make the spirited holiday dangerous ...

A Florida couple quite literally found a diamond in the rough. While making a stop in Arkansas during a recent road trip, ...

There’s something magical about cooking over a campfire. Maybe it’s the crackle of the flames, the aroma of roasting food, or simply the way it brings people together. When you add kids to the mix, ...

With holiday celebrations happening, the Missouri Department of Conservation reminds everyone to be careful with fireworks, ...

A foldable dog pool, because your pup shouldn't have to suffer from your lack of reliable air conditioning all summer! This easy-to-store pool simply folds up and down (no need to inflate or deflate ...

With the recent trend of warm and dry weather the Grays Harbor County Fire Marshal’s Office and Fire Districts will be ...