As the Fourth of July approaches, Americans are getting ready to celebrate with fireworks. Vito’s Fireworks, a family-owned store in Covington, has been serving the community for 50 years. Located at 6180 Taylor Mill Road, the store is stocked with thousands of different types of fireworks ready for purchase.
Vito Partick Casullo III, the owner, expressed his passion for fireworks, mentioning the evolution of their business from tents to trailers and eventually to the current building when fireworks were legalized in Kentucky. According to data from Capital One Shopping in 2023, Americans spend approximately $2.3 billion annually on fireworks, with an estimated $15.8 billion spent last year for the Fourth of July alone.
Customers like Roger Reeder travel from Ohio to Vito’s Fireworks each year to find unique items not available in their state. Reeder shared his excitement about surprising his grandkids with fireworks for the holiday, highlighting the joy it brings to his family.
Casullo emphasized the importance of safety when using fireworks, advising customers to carefully read the directions and enjoy the festivities responsibly. With a wide range of options available, Vito’s Fireworks aims to provide a fun and memorable experience for all customers.