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2 hours ago
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How slain MS deputy Martin Shields' colleagues will honor him and help Jackson-area grads
Mississippi law enforcement agencies and first responders are taking the court for a cause on Saturday, July 12, for the "Battle of the Badges Basketball Tournament." The basketball event is presented by the Deputy Martin L. Shields Jr. Memorial Foundation in honor of fallen Hinds County Deputy Martin Luther Shields Jr., 37, who was fatally shot on the evening of Feb. 23 while responding to a domestic dispute call at a home on Midway Road in Terry. Born on July 14, 1987, Shields dedicated his life to serving his community and protecting his fellow citizens. This was evident in the hundreds of people who showed up at Shields' celebration of life service to pay their respects, including Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves. Teams scheduled to participate in the event include the Hinds County Sheriff's Department, Jackson Fire Department, Jackson Police Department, Ridgeland Police Department and Mississippi Highway Patrol. Homicides continue to drop in Jackson: Jackson sees 40% reduction in homicides in first half of 2025 compared to last year. Who are the victims? When: Doors open at 2 p.m., July 12 Where: Jackson Academy, 4908 Ridgewood Road in Jackson Cost: $5 for kids 12 and under. $20 for general admission Pre-purchased tickets can be bought online through Eventbrite. All proceeds will go toward scholarships for graduating seniors in the Jackson Metro area. Pam Dankins is the breaking news reporter for the Clarion Ledger. Have a tip? Email her at pdankins@ This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion Ledger: Hoops battle honors deputy Martin Shields, killed in the line of duty
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a day ago
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Green Bay Police narrowly win ‘Battle of the Badges' blood drive
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – The Green Bay Police Department came out on top in this year's 'Battle of the Badges,' edging the Green Bay Metro Fire Department by just two donations to retain the trophy and bragging rights. The annual blood drive, hosted by The Community Blood Center, saw both departments rallying community members to donate blood. Chuck E. Cheese launches 'Chuck's Arcade' concept, blending nostalgia with modern gaming Together, the effort helped save an estimated 42 lives through the donations collected Thursday morning. While the competition was close, the police department's slight edge was enough to secure another year of victory in the friendly rivalry. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.


CTV News
27-06-2025
- Sport
- CTV News
Time running out to catch first pitch at Battle of the Badges charity softball game
Members of the Lethbridge Police Service are ready to hit the diamond against members of Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services in a charity softball game on Friday night. Members of the Lethbridge Police Service are ready to hit the diamond against members of Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services in a charity softball game on Friday night. It's the Battle of the Badges. Doors opened in the late afternoon, with first pitch set for 7 p.m. at Spitz Stadium. While the fire department is hoping to extend its win streak to two, the police service holds a four-and-one record. The fire department is playing for the Lethbridge Firefighters Charities Association, while police are playing for the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation's south zone cardiac centre campaign. All proceeds from the game will go to their charities. 'When we're responding, typically, it's for the community and residents on some of their worst days and so for us to get out here and really celebrate our two services in more of a light-hearted, spirited, friendly competition, I think it's really great for the community,' said David Skilling, Lethbridge Firefighters Charities Association president. Tickets for the game are available at the door. Emergency vehicles are also on display, and there are activities for kids along with a full stadium experience.