Saturday, July 14, 2012
The original July 3 celebration was canceled because of dangerous conditions for fireworks displays. A new date has been selected for the fall.
People across St. Louis will get a chance to see JB Blast fireworks this fall. The event has been rescheduled for Friday, Oct. 5, as noted in a Facebook event created by St. Louis County Executive Charlie Dooley. JB Blast was originally scheduled for July 3, but was canceled when the Lemay Fire Protection District—like other districts around St. Louis—denied the event a fireworks permit due to extreme heat. "We are confident the weather will be more favorable in the fall and that both the concert and fireworks will be as exciting and meaningful as always," Dooley stated in the Facebook event. The U.S. Air Force Band of Mid-America's Hot Brass is set to perform between 6:30-8:30 p.m., with fireworks planned for afterward. The event is free …
Monday, July 9, 2012
Revisit content and highlights from this week, shared by Patch-ers like you.
Patch hopes everyone had a safe and fun Fourth of July holiday! Between the fireworks shows and barbecues, users still had time to share new blog posts on a variety of topics and keep up with discussions on some thought-provoking stories. Catch up and join the discussion with the rundown of what Sunset Hills-Crestwood Patch users have shared this week: In Local Voices... Navy Tales: Life and Food Aboard an Aircraft Carrier, Part 3 Our Navy veteran blogger walks through a three-part posting looking back at memories from the life as a sailor. College Loan Rates to Remain the Same Worried that college loans will shoot through the roof? This blog states the facts about new legislation that will keep rates the same...for at least another year. …
Thursday, July 5, 2012
You could win a $50 gift card to Schiller's by uploading your favorite July 4th fireworks photo! Our brief guide will help you capture those sparkles in the sky, whether you're using a point-and-shoot or DSLR camera.
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Heading downtown this 4th of July holiday weekend? Check out Patch's visitor's guide to Fair St. Louis celebrations.
Tents for fireworks vendors have started popping up in Jefferson County. Check our map for a list of vendors that may help with your Independence Day festivities. Please use fireworks responsibly.
In the Spring and around the 4th of July, my phone rings off the hook with concerned pet owners looking for solace for their sound phobic dogs.
You could win a $50 gift card to Schiller's by uploading your favorite July 4th fireworks photo! Our brief guide will help you capture those sparkles in the sky, whether you're using a point-and-shoot or DSLR camera.
Do you like taking photos? Do you want a fun challenge, and a chance to win a $50 gift card to Schiller's Camera and Video in Brentwood? By uploading your favorite July 4th fireworks photo to this article, you'll automatically be entered into a random drawing for the gift card! Your photos will also be showcased across Patch. Just click "Upload Photos" above the article to submit your favorite photo. After the the fireworks have cleared on Independence Day, we at St. Louis Patch will randomly select a winner. This contest will run from June 28 to Tuesday, July 10. How to shoot photographs of fireworks Capturing fireworks on camera is a challenge that can be mastered easily with the right equipment and settings on your camera. Read the …
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You could win a $50 gift card to Schiller's by uploading your favorite July 4th fireworks photo! Our brief guide will help you capture those sparkles in the sky, whether you're using a point-and-shoot or DSLR camera.
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
With firework display cancellations from extreme heat and heightened fire risk, plan to visit one of these Fourth of July celebrations still planning on a fireworks show.
A long list of Independence Day fireworks celebrations have been advised to give the pyrotechnics the boot this year and cancel. While some have been postponed or rescheduled, chances are immediate holiday plans are being shuffled. To help you plan or replan how to enjoy the holiday, here's a list of St. Louis-area fireworks shows still on -- for now, at least. Patch will keep this post updated through the Fourth: Fair St. Louis...July 4, 6, 7 under the St. Louis Gateway Arch July 4 Festivities 7 a.m. Freedom 4 Miler 8:30 a.m. Family Fun Run 10:30 a.m. Veiled Prophet Parade 3:30 p.m. Air Show 6 p.m. The Dirty Guv'nahs 8 p.m. Heart 9:20 p.m. Fireworks Show Check back on Patch for a Fair St. Louis visitors…
Fines for violation of county fireworks laws range from $50 to $1,000
Fireworks violations will be a primary focus of St. Louis County Police Department patrol officers because of the preventable injuries that result every year from the illegal use of explosive devices. Summonses will be issued to anyone in possession of, using or selling fireworks in St. Louis County, according to an announcement from the department. County Police also will check motorists to reduce the number of drunk drivers on streets and highways. The term “fireworks” in the St. Louis County ordinance covers all combustible or explosives, including sparklers and magic snakes. Fines for the violations range from $50 to $1,000. Officers responding to the sights and sounds of fireworks discharges will seize remaining unexploded devices, as…
Michael Rhodes
6:00 pm on Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Great pictures everyone! more ›