Mid-Michigan residents are serious about their fireworks! Some are spending thousands on DIY displays for Fourth of July. How are you celebrating this year?

Here's a look at fireworks rules for the Fourth of July. Michigan law allows fireworks, regardless of local rules, on certain dates throughout the year, including: The Saturday and Sunday immediately preceding Labor Day, from 11 a.m. until 11:45 p.m. on each of those days.

Marking the 1776 adoption of the Declaration of Independence, the 4th of July is often celebrated with fireworks, cook outs and jovial patriotism.