SIDNEY – Ferguson Construction Company has joined the list of sponsors for this year’s July 4th fireworks display, Sidney Mayor Mike Barhorst announced. Founded in Sidney in 1920 as a general contracting firm, Ferguson has grown. Headquartered in Sidney, Ferguson now operates offices in Dayton and Columbus, Ohio as well as Columbus, Indiana.
“When the mayor asked for our help, we were glad to be able to do so,” Ferguson Construction President Mick Given said. “America remains a country where someone can start with nothing and achieve their dreams. Our company helps build dreams every day, and this is an opportunity to help celebrate the opportunity to build dreams not only in our community – but well beyond.”
The traditional fireworks display will be held on Tuesday, July 4, in Sidney at 980 Fair Road (Sidney Middle School). As has been past practice, the city of Sidney will continue to provide in-kind services for this event by way of site inspection, fire protection during the exhibit, traffic control and help provide for the safety and welfare of the residents, before, during and after the event. The fireworks exhibit is scheduled to begin at 10 p.m. In the event of rain, the fireworks will be held on July 5 at the same time and location.
Other sponsors of the event this year include Wilson Health, Emerson Climate Technologies, Buckeye Ford, NK Telco and S&S Hospitality Management.
“Our community is truly blessed to have civic-minded partners who have stepped forward to help grow this annual tradition,” Barhorst said. “I hope that all those who enjoy the fireworks will take the time to thank the sponsors for their generosity to the community.”
“Residents and visitors are reminded that only state licensed exhibitors can display and discharge fireworks,” Sidney Fire Chief Brad Jones said. “The only type of fireworks that can be legally discharged by the public are trick and novelty devices; which include items that smoke, sparkle, snap and snake. These devices should only be used by adults, or children who are under adult supervision.”
“These devices do get hot enough to ignite clothing and cause burn injuries,” Jones continued. “We encourage their use only with caution so that everyone can enjoy a safe and happy holiday.”
