MANKATO — As fireworks illuminate the sky in cities across the U.S. every Fourth of July, it’s easy to get lost in the explosions of light, color and sound. However, it takes hard work and ...

For many people around the world, the very first moments of the new year will be filled with the sounds and colorful light shows of fireworks. From loud bangs to long whistles, bright reds to pale ...

Paul E. Smith is president of the Pyrotechnics Guild International, Inc. He is a member of the American Pyrotechnics Association, the National Fireworks Association, and the International Pyrotechnics ...