Fireworks burst overhead as thousands of people packed downtown Sterling and Rock Falls to watch the show Friday, June 30, 2023. Due to dry conditions, the set off point was moved to Lawrence Park. (Alex T. Paschal - apaschal@shawmedia.com/credit)
Shaw Local News Network provides local news throughout northern Illinois
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