Merced city offices will be closed Friday to celebrate Independence Day.
There will be no change in the refuse collection schedule.
City spokesman Mike Conway said residents using fireworks over the holiday are reminded to exercise caution and only use "safe and sane" fireworks.
Atwater City Hall will be closed Friday for Independence Day. Garbage that would have been picked up Friday will be collected on Saturday instead.
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