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HK&$i#W/lfflfe^Ci4 >R Htkv^MI ?NhH _ SPECIAL TO THE CHRONin .P. The Winston-Salem Police and Fire departments are urging all citizens to have a happy and safe Independence Day by following a few simple safety tips. TTie Police department reminds Independence Day celebrants to consume alcohol responsibly, and to use a designated driver if they consume alcohol away from their home. Citizens are also reminded that it is illegal to discharge firearms in the city. Fireworks that are legal in North Carolina include poppers, sparklers, fountains and novelty items that don't explode, spin, leave the ground or fly through the air. Examples include snake and glow worms, smoke devices, wire sparklers and noisemakers like string poppers. Firecrackers are prohibited, as are any fireworks that shoot into the sky or spin rapidly. The Fire Department urges citizens to be safe when grilling and handling fireworks. Follow these guidelines: Grilling * Never set up a grill under or near a flammable structure, such as a porch overhang, a\jeck rail or the side of a house. Keep flammable liquids and materials away from the ?Use only approved lighter fluid for charcoal and follow the directions. Never squirt lighter fluid on hot coals. ?Never leave food unattended on the grill. ?Make sure the grill is turned off when you are finished. If using charcoal make sure the coals are completely out before disposing of the ashes. Fireworks Each year fireworks cause at least four deaths and an estimated 9,400 injuries in the United States, according to the American Pyrotechnics Association, National Council on Firework Safety. The majority of injuries involve smaller devices, such as sparklers and fountains. Follow these safety tips: ?Do not wear loose clothing while using fireworks. ?Never light fireworks indoors, near a structure, on dry grass, or near flammable materials. ?Never point or throw fireworks at another person. ?Closely supervise children around fireworks at all times. Little arms are too short to hold sparklers, which can heat up to 1,200 degrees or more. ?Never attempt to alter or modify consumer fireworks. Use them only in the manner in which they were intended. ?Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy in case of fire or other mishap. ?Never try to re-light or pick up fireworks that have not ignited fully. For more fire-safety tips for holidays, go to NFPA .org!education. Rashaad Pitts named director of Game Day fan/client relations for Winston Wildcats pro indoor football team SPECIAL TO THE CHRONICLE Rashaad Pitts has accepted the position of director of Game Day fan/client relations with the Winston Wildcats professional indoor football team. Pitts is a native of Winston-Salem and a graduate of North Forsyth High School. He interned for the Fayetteville Guard for two years and worked for the Fayetteville Force in Game Day operations for a season and for an inaugural season for the Cape Fear Heroes as director of Game Day operations. Pitts said he fell in love with arena football when he saw a Greensboro Prowlers game when they once played in the Triad. "I want to be with an organization that has a vision for its community and the Winston Wildcats have that," he said. Pitts 0) SATURDAY, JULY 4 at 6:30 pm EXTENDED POST-CAK FIREWORKS DiSFLAY f wsBroir^jgfrii? COK SEE TIE FKEHEK INDEPENDENCE DAY FDtEWOKKS DISPUY IN TIE TRIAD THIS GAK WILL SELL OUT, SO BE SORE TO BUY YOUR TICKETS EARLY! ^ASEBff*FlSwo5s?SMlSF^ ^1 < ffinETCB jfe 1 giTWISt ^ ^ FM w wHkly sales and directions (o sir stores oiliie@ I vyfww.comparesupermarkets.com FRESH PRODUCE FRESH COLLARD GREENS ASSORTED FAYGO SODA 12-PK, 12 OZ 198 r" SWEET CANTALOUPES K E, SQUEEZE FRENCH'S MUSTARD 20OZBTL 128 SWEET SEEDLESS WATERMELON I^HJn ASSORTED PEPSI COLA 2LT 88* A. SWEET RED OR GOLDEN DELICIOUS APPLES ASSORTED J VARIETIES ? KRAFT SHREDDED OR BAR CHEESE 8 0ZPKGS i 2/$4 l| ASSORTED VARIETIES \ HINT'S BBQ SAUCE 1 18 OZ BTL ( 88* s % ALL VARIETIES KRAFT MAYO OR MIRACLE WHIP 30-OZ 288 COMPARE FOODS BREAD 48* SELECT VARIETIES FLORIDA'S NATURAL ORANGE JUICE 59 0ZCTNS 2/$6 WESSON rEGETABLE 48 OZ BTL 198 ASSORTED CAPRI SUN JUICE DRINKS 10 CT BOX <|98 ASSORTED BANQUET FAMILY MEALS 24 TO 28 OZ 2/$5 ASSORTED BLUE BUNNY BOMB POPS 12 CT. BOXES a$5 fcjjtg OMSBRBD B?nfiCHICKgN LEGS l ii1|] fresh 75% mm lean ground mjBm beef D^n frozen ;!?] sliced beef v back ribs SLICED KRAFT AMERICAN SINGLES 12 OZ 2/14 | 3015 Waughtown St. I Mon-Sun 7:30 am - 9 pm ? | Store (336) 771-2933 915 Silas Creek Parkway Mon-Sun 7:30 am -10 pm Store (336) 724-6666 ?? I Free Delivery with the purchase of $90.00 or more - I a
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