North Augusta Retailers Monopolize on Firework Sales
Monday, June 30th, 2014
The approaching Fourth of July holiday is once again providing booming business for North Augusta fireworks retailers.
“Most people for the Fourth, they spend anywhere from $150 to $300,” said Mitzi Creel, the manager of Rodney’s Rockets off Interstate 20 in North Au-gusta. “You do have those people that come in and spend $500 to $1,000, but usually it’s between the $100 and $300 range.”
The store, open seven days a week since Memorial Day weekend, has seen most foot traffic on weekends, but Creel said retail sales tend to pick up during the week of the Fourth. With easy access to Interstate 20, the business attracts a lot of travelers who see signs for fireworks stores along the interstate.
