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Goddard’s Fireworks Boost Community | Wichita News
In Goddard, Kansas, fireworks sales hit a record this Fourth of July thanks to an extra day of shopping—July 5th—perfectly timed for the nation’s 250th birthday. With the holiday falling on a Saturday, Sunday became a golden opportunity for locals to celebrate, snag deals, and stock up for next year. The Knights of Columbus tent, a dream job for any young kid, turned a profit that directly funds 90+ community groups—from shelters and scouts to Honor Flights and overseas troops. Plus, selling more means less cleanup for volunteers. The final spark? The tent’s lights went out at 10 PM Sunday…
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