On the first Tuesday in August, communities across the nation join together for National Night Out, a community-building tradition that’s been fostering positive partnerships between residents, law enforcement and first responders since 1984. Today, more than 17,000 neighborhoods participate, hosting events filled with safety demonstrations, activities and plenty of family fun.
Again this year, the Grand Blanc Township Police Department and the City of Grand Blanc teamed up to promote unity and public safety. Officers manned the grill, serving hot dogs, chips, ice cream and drinks, while kids bounced, played games, won prizes, explored emergency vehicles and enjoyed a visit from the K9 Unit. The fire department demonstrated the Jaws of Life, showing how they rescue crash victims from mangled vehicles.
The evening wrapped up with an intense tug-of-war between the township’s fire and police departments – a friendly rivalry the police department won, proudly claiming the trophy.
National Night Out festivities also took place in Flint Township and Mundy Township, proving once again that a little small-town summer fun goes a long way toward building stronger, safer neighborhoods.
