Fourth of July

Fireworks provided by the American Legion explode over the pond at Bryan Park during the Fourth of July celebration hosted by the Oglethorpe County Recreation Department. Event organizer Tina White said she and her husband Michael White started the celebration six years ago because they were tired of driving to other counties for fireworks. (Elizabeth Kim)

Photos: July Fourth Celebration

Elizabeth Kim

Thursday, July 10, 2025

Folks watch the fireworks during last year’s Fourth of July celebration at Bryan Park. This will be the seventh year the rec department has hosted the fireworks. (Photo/Torin Smith)

More than 50 vendors set for 4th of July celebration

News Staff

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

More than 50 vendors — almost double last year’s total — are expected to be at the seventh annual Fourth of July celebration and fireworks at Bryan Park on Friday night. The celebration will start at 6 p.m., with the fireworks planned after dark.

Grove Chapel Church will host its fifth annual fireworks show on Saturday. Pastor Jason Phillips said the show is a way for his church’s members to connect with people from outside its community. (Submitted Photo)

Church fireworks show helps grow community

Anna Izquierdo

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

A passion for lighting fireworks since childhood and longtime membership at Grove Chapel Church helped spark Chris Wages’ decision to help his community. “Every year, the (fireworks show has) grown,” he said.