The 4th of July officially kicks off July 3in Great Bend. The City of Great Bend took it upon themselves this year to raise $15,000 for the fireworks show that will begin at 10 p.m. at the Great Bend Expo Complex. In April it was announced the City reached their goal by collecting donations from various sponsors.
Great Bend Community Coordinator Christina Hayes says the display is a great way to begin the holiday the night before.
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Hayes encourages citizens to come out to the Expo and park facing the southwest.
The gates at the Expo Complex will open at 7:30 p.m. with the first test shot starting at 9:45 p.m. followed the official show at 10 p.m. 100.7 Eagle Country will be out at the Expo to cover the fireworks display starting at 8:30 p.m.