Fireworks display at Soaring Eagle Casino fires off at dusk Monday
Mid-Michigan's Biggest Independence Day celebration, "Stars and Stripes Spectacular," at Soaring Eagle Casino culminates Monday with its annual fireworks display.
The show begins at dusk at the casino's outdoor concert area. Admission is free for the public. Radio station 87.9 FM will play music synchronized to the display. Spectators are encouraged to bring their own chairs or blankets.
According to the City of Mount Pleasant's fireworks ordinance, Sunday, "the day before the holiday", is the first day residents can legally shoot fireworks. Fireworks can be shot off until 11:59 p.m. Tuesday. Fireworks cannot be used between the hours of 1 a.m. and 8 a.m. The ordinance states that fireworks may not be discharged within city limits on any other days of the year.
A minor or individual under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance shall not possess, ignite, discharge or use consumer fireworks, according to the ordinance. Residents must also refrain from shooting fireworks during times when aburning ban has been established by the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids.
In a press release, the Mount Pleasant Police Department provided a list of city regulations and safety tips for residents planning on discharging fireworks this Fourth of July holiday.
- Read and follow all warning and instructions.
- Never allow children to play with fireworks of any kind.
- Wear protective clothing, including eye wear.
- Only light devices on smooth, flat surfaces away from residential areas, dry leaves and flammable materials.
- Always keep a hose or bucket of water nearby in case of malfunction.
- Never try to re-light fireworks that have not fully functioned.
