Local officials are encouraging everyone wanting to see fireworks on Independence Day to do so by attending the big fireworks display hosted by the local Chamber of Commerce.But if people ignite their own fireworks, Lamesa fire and police officials are are hoping they do so properly and legally.They stress the keys to making that happen include being respectful to others, obeying the law, and taking property safety measures.“We don’t want there to be any accidents,” said Lamesa Police Chief Josh Peterson.With that goal in mind, both the police department and fire department will be out and about the next few ...