07/07/2026
Hello everyone!
I hope each and every one of you had a wonderful Independence Day celebrating with your family and friends. ๐บ๐ธ
Don't forgetโthe celebration of America's 250th Anniversary lasts all year long!
If you need fireworks for birthdays, weddings, celebrations, or any special occasion, be sure to check out Freedom First Fireworks, located right next to the Tri-Cities Airport. They're open Monday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with great prices that compete with the big fireworks superstores.
When you stop by, tell them Explosive Jay sent you! You might just get a little something extra in your bagโmaybe some firecrackers, bottle rockets, or another fun surprise.
Whew...it has been an EXTREMELY HOT two weeks! ๐ฅต
The first week I was covered in bee stings, and the second week I was covered in poison ivy. But every sting, every itch, and every hot day was worth it because I got to help your families make memories that will last a lifetime.
Meeting all of you has been the best part of this season. There is nothing quite like watching a young boy or girl pick out fireworks for the very first time. Seeing their faces when they discover there are fireworks with parachutes is priceless!
One young lady told me she remembered me teaching her family years ago how to safely shoot fireworks in the backyard... and making sure her daddy didn't get burned again! ๐
Then there was the gentleman who was trying to scare a bear away with firecrackers... only to drop them at his own feet and run because he thought the bear was chasing him! ๐คฃ
And, of course, for what feels like the 100th time, someone asked...
"Y'all got any M-80s?"
The answer is still... NO! ๐๐
The stories just keep coming, and they're memories I'll never forget.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you for supporting a locally owned business and for allowing my family to be part of your Independence Day traditions.
God bless each and every one of you.
And most importantly, God bless the brave men and women who have served, sacrificed, and given their lives to protect our freedoms. Because of them, we are blessed to live in the greatest country in the world.
We'll see you next year! God bless, and stay safe! ๐บ๐ธ๐โค๏ธ