Trump's return to White House brings optimism for Mount Rushmore fireworks

Gov. Rhoden, Rep. Johnson ask president to allow display as part of Independence Day party

President Donald Trump’s return to the White House could mean fireworks will again be part of Independence Day celebrations at Mount Rushmore.

Both Gov. Larry Rhoden and Rep. Dusty Johnson are urging the president to consider granting a National Park Service permit to allow pyrotechnics at the Black Hills monument, while inviting their fellow Republican …