Clarksville, TN – At National Night Out, an annual community event held to strengthen police-community partnerships, dozens of local organizations were handing out school supplies, several food vendors offered treats from BBQ to cones of flavored ice, and representatives of our police, fire and medical services took time to meet and greet with the public.
Red Cross’, Jay Lovendusky shared information on fire safety, saying, “Home fire safety is critical knowledge for all families. Most people don’t know that you only have 2 minutes to get out of the home once it catches on fire. So, it’s very important to have a fire escape plan and practice it.”
The Red Cross is looking for volunteers and has lots of projects coming up. Call them at 1-800 Red Cross.”
Kimberly Vick with Clarksville Urban Ministries Safe House, Montgomery County’s only domestic violence shelter, was on hand sharing information, spreading awareness, and offering school supplies, stickers, and treats for the kids.
Future FBI hopeful Mackenzie Havens was representing the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office’s Public Safety Cadets program. Montgomery County Sheriff John Fuson was also on hand. “Sometimes it’s hot, sometimes it’s raining, but the community always comes out to support us, and we support them. This event lets them see what we’re all about, and it gets us closer to the community, so that we can take better care of them.”
CPD Lt. Arthur Bing is over the Community Services Division, which encompasses a juvenile engagement team, a community relations unit, and a special events team. National Night Out is a nationwide event where police and first responders can connect with the community and show them that we’re here to care and help them out. This is the 42nd year, and we have a great turnout, 50 + vendors, food, haircuts, wellness checks.”
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