DES MOINES, Iowa — New fireworks laws in Des Moines are expected to result in more sales and use during the holiday week.
Fireworks are now allowed on private property in the state’s capital city on July 3rd between 9 a.m. and 10 p.m., and on July 4th between 9 a.m. and 11 p.m. They are not permitted on public property, like city parks.
As a result of looser laws, fireworks retailers are now gearing up for more sales this year. This is the case for Freedom Fireworks, a locally owned business with nine tents across Central Iowa…