DOWNEY - Gates at Downey High School will open at 5:30 p.m. for the July 4 fireworks show.A DJ will play music from 6-7 p.m., followed by live music from R&B group DW3. City Council members will give opening remarks at 8:30 p.m. before the fireworks start at 9. Stadium and ground seating will be available, and visitors can bring blankets, chairs and prepared food. Food can also be purchased from local booster clubs. Alcohol, pets, fireworks and barbecues are prohibited. Police officers will check ice coolers to ensure compliance. The event is free.

********** Published: May 26, 2011 - Volume 10 - Issue 6