By Chris Wasson | Selma Times-Journal

On Sunday, skies across the nation will explode with color.

The city of Selma and Taylorville Entertainment Center will add their contribution to the mix as they partner up at 9 p.m. at Taylorville to bring city residents a July 4 fireworks show.

“We will be tailgating throughout the day,” said Vanessa Mott, an employee at Taylorville. “But the fireworks will begin at 9 p.m. and should last between 30 and 45 minutes.”

Patty Sexton of Selma’s Planning and Development Department said patriotic music will play from 7 until 9 p.m. under the pavilion at the entertainment center.

“The Mayor and City Council members would also be passing out fans and flags,” said Sexton.

Mott said  Taylorville would also have a music festival beginning at 4 p.m.

“We hope that everyone will come out,” said Mott. “Bring your whole family and have some fun.”