When Chelsea named Matt McKernan its 2025 Citizen of the Year, one effort stood out above the rest: helping bring fireworks back to the community.
The honor recognizes a specific, tangible impact made during the past year rather than serving as a lifetime achievement award, according to Chelsea Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Terris Ahrens.
“Matt was chosen for bringing fireworks back to Chelsea,” Ahrens said. “It was his idea. He spearheaded the whole thing. It was his baby.”…