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July 4, 2010: It is Independence Day evening.  Kids are celebrating with sparklers.        

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Then, the fireworks began at the Brainerd High School football field at sunset.  This annual celebration is put on by Brainerd Community Action with the help of many sponsors.         

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Brainerd is billed as the Fireworks Capital of Minnesota.         

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It is always well done.  

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Every one had its own qualities. 

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This one was red, white, and blue.   

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A huge flag was on display at the Brainerd Fire Department all day and was especially beautiful after the fireworks.        

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