Finnegan's Corvette top dog at Drunk'n Miner Cruise Nite

Frank Finnegan's beautiful 2009 Corvette Convertible took home the People's Choice Award for best car or truck and Danny Mac's 1967 Yamaha won top motorcycle at Cruise Nite #3 held last night at the Drunk'n Miner Saloon and Copper Spirits Casino at 1800 Meadowlark here in Butte. A very nice sized contingent was on hand despite the appearance of afternoon rainclouds and to the relief of many a car owner, the rain did not materialize, and spectators were treated to a bevy of vehicles that were entered.

Photo: Tommy O/Townsquare Media

Photo: Tommy O/Towmsquare Media

Photo: Tommy O/Townsquare Media

One of the highlights of Cruise Nite was the display of a 1926 Packard Model 526S that still has the original paint and interior as well as it's original "straight six" engine, three speed manual transmission and 20" steel wheels with wide whitewall tires. It's odometer? 48,500 miles.

1926 Packard 526S. Photo: Tommy O/Townsquare Media

Photo: Tommy O/Townsquare Media

"Cars & Bars" to kickoff Friday at Drunk'n Miner

The Drunk'n Miner Saloon is a proud supporter of our military veterans and is closely tied to the "All Veterans Count" nonprofit who are putting on the "Friday Vibes with Cars and Bars Show and Shine" which will kick off this Friday at the Drunk'n Miner Saloon from 6 to 8pm. You're invited to join them for "'a cold beer or a cocktail and fun vibes at various Butte bars". Future events will follow July 14 fand July 21 at the Helsinki from 6 to 8pm, July 28 from 6 to 8pm at the Freeway Tavern, August 4th from 3 to 5 at the Pair-a-Dice, August 11 from 6 to 8 back at the Freeway and then the finale back at the Drunk'n Miner on August 25 from 4 to 6,

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The Classic 'Must-Have' Fireworks From My Childhood

Believe it or not, I was never a huge fireworks' fan growing up. In fact, I was terrified of them. I liked watching all the different colors light up the sky, however, I was (and to some degree still am) sensitive to the loud noises and big booms. Sometimes I would have to watch fireworks displays from my car. It really became that much of an issue for me.

Now that I am much older, I have overcome my most of fears and enjoy viewing fireworks shoes with my family and friends. Prior to the main event, I light up sparklers and other, smaller fireworks with them to get excited for the rest of the evening's festivities.

I recently looked back at some photos and videos from past 4th of July celebrations that I've experienced. So many great memories were created during these times.

Here are some of the "must-have" fireworks we always had on hand during the 4th of July parties.