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The Music Of Fireworks Festival 2012 [PHOTOS] [VIDEOS]

Nick Perkins — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 20:01:35 +0000

If you've ever been to a concert, you know that atmosphere is a key factor in whether it rocks or not. Whether its a grand stage, or even a dingy bingo hall, it all plays an important role in the concert itself. Personally, I've always been a big fan of outdoor concerts. This is why Fireworks Festival 2012">Fireworks Festival 2012 is one of my favorite events of the year.

Fireworks Festival 2012 Lights Up The Sky [PHOTOS] [VIDEO]

Nick Perkins — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 20:01:17 +0000

As June winded down and July approached, Casper natives were worried that because of the different fires plaguing the Rocky Mountain region, the Fireworks Festival 2012">Fireworks Festival 2012 would be cancelled. This didn't prove to be the case however, thanks to heavy planning and a wide-array of highly-trained professionals manning the fireworks.

San Diego's Big Bay Boom Fireworks Show – Fail [VIDEO]

Jeff Easterling — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 19:04:35 +0000

We understand that the Annual Fourth of July Fireworks show in San Diego is one of the best in the country… but not this year. Instead of a boom, it was more of a BUST. The San Diego California “Big Bay Boom” Fireworks show was set to be shot off from 3 different barges, at [...]

The Food Of Fireworks Festival 2012 [PHOTOS]

Nick Perkins — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 06:14:58 +0000

The only thing that could be better than watching fireworks signify the day that America gained it's independence, is if you can be eating delicious food while doing so. This is why Fireworks Festival 2012 is so awesome- you get the best seat in the house in terms of watching the fireworks, and you get to do it while eating burgers, brats, bbq, and more.

The Vendors of Fireworks Festival 2012 [PHOTOS]

Nick Perkins — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 06:14:51 +0000

One of the best parts of Fireworks Festival 2012 is the amount of activities that take place at the event. You can buy awesome Independence Day swag, get your face painted, get a henna tattoo, and more. The vendors of the Fireworks Festival are a big reason why it is an event that is looked forward from the 5th of July til next year. Check out these pics of the vendors, and you'll see why.

The Dogs Of Fireworks Festival 2012 [PHOTOS]

Nick Perkins — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 02:39:02 +0000

Every dog has it's day, and it looks like the dogs at Fireworks Festival 2012 are having the best day of their lives'. What could be better than spending the afternoon and evening with their owners and fellow mutts playing, running, and watching a beautiful fireworks show? Nothing. And if these pics prove anything, it's that the dog days of summer should be more like this one.

The Kids Of Fireworks Festival 2012 [PHOTOS]

Nick Perkins — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 00:53:32 +0000

When I was a kid, there were very few things I looked forward to more than the Fourth of July. I got to be around my friends, family and, of course, watch the fireworks. There was nothing cooler than the fireworks when I was little! As I got older and older, I would try to get closer and closer to the fireworks to see if they would actually fall on me.

Casper's Fireworks Festival 2011 Better than Ever [PHOTOS]

Nick Perkins — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 08:25:57 +0000

Another year has come and gone, and with it, the remnants of the 2011 Fireworks Festival that was held at the Casper Events Center. Approximately a million people (ok, maybe not that many) came out to see amazing bands, eat incredible food, and drink adequate beer. There was music, sword fights, vendors, funnel cakes, and [...]

Fireworks Festival 2011 [PHOTOS]

Nick Perkins — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 23:49:09 +0000

What do you remember about the 4th of July? Bbq’s? The lake? Beer? Family time? Regardless of what you do and do not remember, there is one thing that nobody will ever forget, there is one thing that is synonymous with the 4th of July- Fireworks. This year, like every year, the Casper Events Center [...]

10 Adorable Kids Singing 'The Star Spangled Banner' [VIDEOS]

Jordan Breindel — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 22:00:17 +0000

For a professional singer, there are few gaffes more embarrassing than flubbing a line from 'The Star Spangled Banner.' (Are you listening, Christina Aguilera?) But when these pint-sized patriots get caught up on the lyrics, well, it's just flat-out adorable. The more mess-ups, the merrier.

Just in time for the Fourth of July, here

Dirty Dozen Brass Band To Play Live In Casper [VIDEO]

107.9 The River — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 22:59:19 +0000

Fireworks Festival 2011 will be held Monday, July 4th on the grounds of the Casper Events Center. There will be a Beer Garden as well as food and vendor booths that include BBQ, kettle corn, jewelry, purses, and lots of other great items and tasty treats! 107.9 The River, Townsquare Media and the City of Casper are pleased to announce that THE DIRTY DOZEN BRASS BAND will be this year’s featured performers.

Red White and Blue Recipes: How to Plan a Tasty Fourth of July

Tom McCarthy — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 22:02:27 +0000

Our founding fathers weren’t messing around when they decided on red, white and blue. When it comes to planning a Fourth of July menu, neither should you. Three colors are more than enough to plan a five-star meal.

Below, check out some delicious recipes to help you celebrate our nation’s birthday in style.

10 America-Themed Songs for the Fourth of July

Jordan Breindel — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 22:00:45 +0000

American popular music has been around since before America even declared its independence. ‘Yankee Doodle,’ anyone? That classic was sung by Colonial American soldiers as early as The French and Indian War.

Since then, our country has established one of the richest musical traditions in the world. Many songs even deal with America itself, from ‘God Bless America’ to ‘God Bless the USA.’

Here’s a list of 10 to add to your Fourth of July playlist.

Best Places to See the Fireworks in Casper – Jon's Top Five [PHOTOS]

Jon Michaels — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 22:23:30 +0000

Given the, shall we say, dry nature of our beloved Casper, Wyoming, not to mention the fact that fireworks are ILLEGAL, it is understandable that there is only one fireworks display in the city itself each year. With that in mind, I hit the town with a somewhat disgruntled photographer, and tracked down the five [...]

Win a Carload Pass to Fireworks Festival 2011

Tom McCarthy — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 18:16:24 +0000

The biggest show in the sky is back – Monday, July 4 on the grounds of theCasper Events Center. Fireworks Festival 2011 will feature the biggest party in Wyoming to celebrate America – with the legendary New Orleans party that is the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, plus local favorites IndiSoul, Rock & Roll Suzie, and Cory & The Crew.