'We're taking a 'wait-and-see' approach (as far as complaints and injuries) and plan to go from there,' Alliance Mayor Alan Andreani said. Alliance, Massillon and Canton, for instance, have no fireworks restrictions at least through the upcoming Fourth of July weekend. Some municipalities are taking time to further weigh options. Stark County fireworks: Boom! Here's where to find Fourth of July fireworks in Canton region 'We're not opting out, but encourage all our citizens to think safety first,' Mayor Stephan Wilder said. North Canton has endorsed the state fireworks law. Or they can restrict them to certain hours or days. For instance, communities can decide not to allow fireworks. The state is allowing communities to set some restrictions, or opt out by a vote of council. It allows folks to set off fireworks starting Sunday on their own property or another's property with permission. Last fall, Ohio legalized the personal use of fireworks.

Here's what you need to know about safety, holidays and more Stark County fireworks: Ohio has a new fireworks law.

Meanwhile, Jackson, Lexington and Perry townships have set their own hours on days approved by the state. Even larger municipalities - like Canton, Alliance and Massillon - have not opted out of the state law, and for now are allowing the use of fireworks. Most local governments are following Ohio's lead and permitting residents to legally set off consumer fireworks. Many folks in Stark County should soon start noticing some more boom, pop, sparkle and sizzle around their neighborhoods.

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