The Cameron County Fireworks committee working with Cameron County School District will blast off the popular event at the football stadium.  Conversations with the district and the contractor on the upgrade to the facility assuring the event will not hamper construction.  The event is set for Saturday July 6 at 9:45pm. 

Fundraising for the event continues with the adoption of ducks for the annual duck race.  One duck may be obtained for $2.00 while a 6-quack can be selected for $10.00.  The ducks will paddle with the help of Emporium Fire Department down Broad Street during Weekend in the Wilds.  The race will be held at 2pm.