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Wednesday, July 04, 2012  Hundreds of thousands of Americans from the Midwest to the Mid-Atlantic were preparing to spend the Fourth of July like the nation's founders did in 1776, without the conveniences of electricity and air conditioning.

Tuesday, July 03, 2012  The Fourth of July is right around the corner and such a big holiday for our nation often calls for big celebrations from many Americans. But, before you can overload on fireworks and food, there's usually quite a bit that goes into getting ready for the big day.

Monday, June 25, 2012  Texas drought conditions have improved this year but experts say Fourth of July revelers should still use caution with fireworks.

Monday, June 18, 2012  Just about this time every year, the debate about using fireworks in the area begins.

Tuesday, June 12, 2012  Potter County commissioners voted 5-0 to extend the county burn ban Monday following the recommendation of the Potter County fire chief.

Friday, January 27, 2012  Residents and businesses say they hadn't been able to get rid of those pesky, great-tailed grackle birds and their annoying bird droppings.

Friday, July 29, 2011  Potter County officials are now searching for information on several grassfires that were set intentionally by using fireworks in North Amarillo.

Wednesday, July 06, 2011  When the city of Amarillo said "bye-bye" to fireworks, the Amarillo Fire and Police Departments wanted to make sure all citizens were abiding by the bans.

Saturday, July 02, 2011  It's no surprise...the use of fireworks for this year's Fourth of July celebration is out of the question. However, there is an alternative. And some people are saying that alternative may be even better than the original plan.

Friday, July 01, 2011  Fourth of July events happening throughout the Panhandle.

Friday, July 01, 2011  Residents in Guymon can now breathe a sigh of relief after a controversial fireworks stand has packed up and left town.

Thursday, June 16, 2011  No fuses, no aerials, no fireworks...period.

Wednesday, June 15, 2011  Local emergency officials joined forces Tuesday to announce an amnesty program for anyone wanting to voluntarily turn over their fireworks.

Tuesday, June 14, 2011  Letting go of Amarillo's traditional 4th of July fireworks show might be tough but don't worry, something new and exciting is taking it's place.

Thursday, June 09, 2011  Governor Perry signed the disaster decloration banning the sale and use of fireworks in Potter and Randall counties.