starburst, This Land

This Land

In Joplin, Mo., a Declaration of Endurance

By DAN BARRY

Monday’s celebration in the partially destroyed city of Joplin will be better than ever, and will end with a display of starbursts designed to brighten the faces of all.

starburst

(stär'bûrst')
n.
A shape or design with emanating rays that resembles the flash of light produced by an exploding star.