Fireworks on the Water
July 2, 2022
Fireworks explode over the Columbus Lock and Dam on Friday night as part of the Fireworks on the Water event celebrating Independence Day. More than 8,000 attended the event, including people in 175 boats who watched from the water. The evening also brought live entertainment, children’s activities and food trucks. It was the first Fireworks on the Water event held since 2017.
Paul Voorhees and Penny Voorhees, 2, enjoy the music and fireworks in Columbus Friday night. Penny’s mother is Katy Voorhees. Deanna Robinson/Dispatch Staff
Xeliah Sherrod, 8, and Raegen Durrah, 5, enjoy cotton candy while waiting for fireworks to begin in Columbus Friday afternoon. “Mine is bubblegum,” Raegen said. She is the daughter of Asia Stowers. Xeilah is the daughter of Latoya Bridges and Qutorius Sherrod. Deanna Robinson/Dispatch Staff
Isaiah Kellum, 5 and London McCamey, 6, slide during Fireworks on the Water at the Lock and Dam in Columbus Friday afternoon. “I went really high,” Isaiah said. Their mother is Leah Kellum. Deanna Robinson/Dispatch Staff
Rivers Frantz, 15, gets his face painted during Fireworks on the Water in Columbus Friday afternoon. “It’s a dragon,” Rivers said. He is the son of Michael and Mariah Frantz. Deanna Robinson/Dispatch Staff
