(Atlantic, Iowa) – A plan is underway to have the postponed 4th of July Fireworks show in Atlantic to held on September 2nd, Labor Day Saturday. Atlantic Police Chief Devin Hogue – speaking as a citizen and not as Chief – during Wednesday’s meeting of the City Council, said he and Jason O’Brien, with “Wild Wayne’s” fireworks, have been trying to coordinate the event.

The two decided they would make the event more than just a fireworks show, and along with others, have garnered sponsors for the program, which – with the Council’s blessing – will be held at the Atlantic Sports Complex’ Little League Ball Field.

Hogue said “It’s coming together well,” but some details are still be worked out, such as the timing of when a band will play. The YMCA, he said, it working to get some bounce houses for the event, and the football team will run a sponsored “Punt, Pass and Kick” contest. All of the events are being sponsored by area businesses.

Details of what’s called the “Saturday night bash at the ball fields” are still being worked out. Expect additional information to follow in the weeks to come.