ATLANTA -- Channel 2 presents live coverage of the largest fireworks show in the Southeast, live from Lenox Square.

“We are thrilled to be able to deliver the next best thing to being there, a beautiful HD delivery of the colors and sound that will light up the sky,” said Bill Hoffman, vice president and general manager for Channel 2 WSB-TV.

“There is a great 50 year tradition of families from all over our community gathering to see a state-of-the-art fireworks display,” Hoffman continued.

Monica Pearson and Chuck Dowdle host the hour long program live from Lenox Square, while Fred Blankenship showcases Georgians in the crowd.

The television special kicks off with stories about those who serve and their families spending the holiday without their loved ones. Also, KICKS 101.5 and Atlanta’s Country Morning show’s Cadillac Jack & Dallas host a special musical segment to honor service men & women. The radio station, along with Aaron’s, presents a performance by Country music star Rodney Atkins to dozens of Georgia military families.

Additionally, the station’s coverage will include celebrations from around the metro area and more musical performances with the popular group, Celtic Woman, in Savannah.

WHAT: Channel 2’s Salute 2 America Celebration

WHO: Monica Pearson, Chuck Dowdle, Fred Blankenship

WHEN: Saturday at 9 p.m., July 4, 2009 with an encore presentation at 12:05 a.m.

WHERE: Channel 2, WSB-TV