The heat and drought plaguing the Midwest have caused scores of municipalities to cancel their July 4th fireworks displays. So what to do this Independence Day? Fear not, Daily RFT is here with five simple suggestions.
No. 3: Just because cities are banning backyard fireworks this year, doesn't mean you can't fire off a few explosives from the comfort of your living-room couch. All you need is a difficult-to-digest meal, a lighter and -- if possible -- a significant other who doesn't quite share your sense of humor. 'Cause, you know, it's funnier that way?