Dexter, Missouri - The city of Dexter administrative offices will be closed Tuesday, July 4, 2017 for the Independence Day holiday.

Monday, July 3rd trash will be on schedule.  Tuesday - Thursday's trash will be one day late.  There will be no bulk pick up on Friday, January 6th.

Have a safe and happy 4th of July holiday from the City of Dexter.

Dexter, Missouri - The City of Dexter's annual Fourth of July Fireworks Display is slated for Monday, July 3rd at dusk (around 8:30 p.m.) at East City Park.  Sunset is 8:23 p.m. on Monday July 3rd for Dexter.

S&N Display Fireworks from Lincoln, Illinois will provide the pyrotechnics again this year.  

In case of rain on Monday, the fireworks show will be held on Wednesday, July 5th.

The event is free and open to public.

"It will be in the same spot as last year.  The soccer fields and baseball/softball fields will be roped off, but there is plenty of parking at the fairgrounds, south of the ball fields, at the aquatic center, and around the levee," commented Mark Stidham, Dexter City Administrator.

The city ordinance prohibits the shooting of fireworks inside the city limits however that will be waived both Monday, July 3rd and Tuesday, July 4th to allow residents a chance to celebrate the holiday.  Fireworks are also allowed at the park prior to and after the official city display.