One of the last hand-lit fireworks displays in Missouri is set for its annual celebration of American Independence.
The City of Hollister will hold the 73rd Edition of the 4th of July Fireworks Display Saturday night.
Hollister Mayor Jeff Long and City Administrator Lamar Patton, during a recent visit to KRZK's "Ozarks Now" program, said the celebration will have a few unique displays for American 250. They expect thousands of people will line the streets in downtown Hollister as well as at Chad Fuqua Park for viewing of the fireworks.
Continuing a tradition over the last 20 years Legends 1063 will play Patriotic Music during starting at 9:00 pm Saturday and will broadcast the official countdown with Mayor Long for the beginning of the fireworks show.
Long and Patton discussed other activities and progress in the city during the interview which can be heard below:
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