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Court approves temporary fireworks sales over Memorial Day after debate over appropriateness
Summary
The Hutchinson County Commissioners Court approved allowing fireworks sales during the Memorial Day period after hearing from vendor Dennis Gross and a court member who questioned whether selling on Memorial Day is respectful to veterans and those with PTSD.
HUTCHINSON COUNTY, Texas — The Hutchinson County Commissioners Court voted to permit fireworks sales over the Memorial Day holiday, after a discussion that included vendor testimony and remarks from a court member who questioned whether fireworks sales on Memorial Day are appropriate.
Vendor request and legal context
Dennis Gross, who identified himself as owner of Gross Sales and Operations, asked the court for permission to sell fireworks from May 21 through May 22 in addition to the…
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