{"id":17574,"date":"2025-07-01T15:18:18","date_gmt":"2025-07-01T20:18:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/northwoodsleague.com\/rockford-rivets\/?p=17574"},"modified":"2025-07-01T15:18:58","modified_gmt":"2025-07-01T20:18:58","slug":"rockford-rivets-and-collins-aerospace-partner-again-for-july-4th-celebration-featuring-fireworks-sponsored-by-first-community-credit-union","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/northwoodsleague.com\/rockford-rivets\/2025\/07\/01\/rockford-rivets-and-collins-aerospace-partner-again-for-july-4th-celebration-featuring-fireworks-sponsored-by-first-community-credit-union\/","title":{"rendered":"Rockford Rivets and Collins Aerospace Partner Again for July 4th Celebration Featuring Fireworks Sponsored by First Community Credit Union"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>Rockford, IL \u2014 July 1, 2024<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 The Rockford Rivets are excited to announce the return of their <\/span><b>July 4th Independence Day celebration<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, in partnership for a <\/span>second consecutive year<span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> with <\/span>Collins Aerospace<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. This year\u2019s <\/span>fireworks show is proudly sponsored by First Community Credit Union (FCCU)<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, the <\/span>official field sponsor of the Rockford Rivets<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. The evening promises to be a patriotic and memorable tribute to our veterans, as well as a spectacular night for families across the Stateline.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019re honored to once again team up with Collins Aerospace for this special night<b>,\u201d<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> said Rivets General Manager <\/span>Todd Kolosso<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. <\/span>\u201cTheir continued support helps us create an unforgettable experience for our fans and a meaningful tribute to our veterans.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The evening will begin with a <\/span>presentation of the colors by the VFW color guard<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, followed by a special <\/span>recognition of local veterans<span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> in attendance. In appreciation for their service, <\/span>all veterans will receive free admission<span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to the game. This heartfelt tribute honors the courage and sacrifice of those who have served and continues the Rivets\u2019 commitment to celebrating our community\u2019s heroes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The fireworks display, generously sponsored by First Community Credit Union<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, will light up the Loves Park sky immediately following the game. <\/span>\u201cWe\u2019re extremely grateful for FirstCCU\u2019s partnership and their dedication to our community and ballpark experience,\u201d<span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Kolosso added.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u201cThere\u2019s no better place to celebrate Independence Day than at the ballpark surrounded by family, neighbors, and community heroes,\u201d<span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> said Kolosso. <\/span>\u201cThis night means a lot to all of us.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Together with Collins Aerospace and First Community Credit Union, the Rockford Rivets are proud 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