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Booming East Ridge Firework Sales

222 views · Published 1 January 2013 · 2:01 · Indexed 26 October 2026

Channel: WTVC NewsChannel 9 · 2013 · News & Politics

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by Mikaya ThurmondFrom food, to drinks and party favors, the last minute New Years details are falling into place. But what would any countdown be, without fireworks. For the first time, light-show lovers can buy New Year's Eve fireworks in the city of East Ridge. Phantom Fireworks is located right by the city line and they say their sales are bringing in big time revenue for the city. "It's been pretty good. We've been making sales everyday. I'm sure the revenue that the city is getting from it is doing some good" says the owner.Now, Christmas may indeed be over, but Aponte tells me customers come over the river and through the woods to buy fireworks. "Being real close to 75 we do get a lot of people from out of state." Aponte says. But despite the hustle it doesn't compare to the traffic they got this past 4th of July. "New Year's is no where close to the 4th of July. It has picked up in the off season, but definitely no where close."Although anyone over the age of 18 can buy fireworks in the city, the east ridge fire department has a few tips for shoppers First, you should know your distance and surroundings to avoid damage to property.Also, never re-light fireworks And finally, make sure you keep a water supply nearby just in case.

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