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Wisconsin Rapids committee approves city sponsorship for Rapids Riverside Freedom Fest, fireworks set for July 4
Summary
The Special Finance Committee voted 3-0 to approve city sponsorship of the Rapids Riverside Freedom Fest, authorizing a sponsorship/donation program, bands, vendors and fireworks for July 4, 2026; street-closing and open-container suspension will be addressed at a later meeting.
The Special Finance Committee of Wisconsin Rapids voted 3-0 to approve city sponsorship of the Rapids Riverside Freedom Fest, a July 4 event that will include bands, vendors, a kids zone and a fireworks display.
Emily Kent, who presented the event draft and sponsorship packet, said the planning team has been meeting with community groups since late last year to expand the festival’s offerings, and that the…
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