4th Of July

It's going to be extra steamy, and the best way to beat the heat is by going for a dip in the pool, and that is even better if it comes with a sweet treat.

What makes this one different is how low-key it is. If you want to be in the parade, you just show up.

The fireworks show over Lake Mille Lacs will go on this Saturday night. The Garrison Commercial Club and Garrison VFW Post 1816 are planning to hold their annual 4th of July fireworks display around 10:00 p.m.

Minnesota made the list of top 10 most patriotic states, ranking an impressive #9.

If you want to shoot off fireworks that make a bigger boom, you can get a Fireworks Operator Public Display Certification.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is sending extra enforcement to the lakes the weekend over the 4th of July.

3. Thou Shall Blow Up Thy Own Floatie
The Lord helps those who inflate their own.

What makes it so special is that anyone and anything can be in it. If you want to be in it, you just show up!

With the 4th of July fast approaching, here's a reminder courtesy the Minnesota State Fire Marshal of which fireworks are legal -- and not -- here in the Land of 10,000 Lakes.

The 72nd annual edition of St. Cloud's Fourth of July fireworks are ready to launch tonight (7/4) on the mighty Mississippi.

They say there's nothing more American than apple pie, but in Minnesota that may just not be true.

If your mom didn't dress you in these did you even celebrate the 4th?