Last night the DrsC and friend Ed viewed the Independence Day fireworks in Idaho Falls. One of the organizers alleges they are the third largest display in the nation, exceeded only by the Macy’s show in New York City and a big one in Memphis, TN.
Whether that is the literal truth, or not, I cannot say with complete confidence. I will say it certainly feels that grand. For a half hour it is nonstop multiple displays going off every few seconds. Check out photos at the other DrC’s CruzTalking Two website which she assures me will be posted by this afternoon.
The fireworks show is paid for by the Melaleuca organization, a pyramid marketing firm (similar to Amway) which is headquartered in “the Falls,” as locals call the city. Each year they bring their top sellers to IF for a patriotic celebration and banquet, plus the fireworks which, by their nature, all get to share.
People come to Idaho Falls from several surrounding states to see this display. A number of us drive over from western Wyoming, and don’t get home till after midnight.
One of the organizers estimates a quarter of a million people were gathered there last night. For a city of 60,000, and a metro area of 130,000, you’re talking a doubling of the population. It’s a hoot.
