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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
First Responders Night at SRP Park honoring Deputy Brandon Sikes
NORTH AUGUSTA, SC. (WJBF) – It was First Responders Night at tonight's Green Jackets game. I was there where, before the first pitch, they held a moment of silence for fallen Columbia County Sheriff's Deputy Brandon Sikes. 'The North Augusta Public Safety is going to have its color guard out as they walk on the field to salute the flag and honor America and as we do that and finish that up we will have a moment of silence on the tragedy that happened a few weeks ago in Columbia County,' said Brandon Greene, General Manager, Augusta GreenJackets. The GreenJackets auctioned off two jerseys signed by the entire team and other raffle items given by different businesses in the community. 'It was a no-brainer, yeah, we can help,' said Justin Rousseau, Volunteer with Fire K' There's a way for us to do it, and partnering with local businesses was a done deal. We were able to bring a bunch of great items out here, and at the end of the night, we expect a big return to go to the families.' All the proceeds from the raffle, the live auction, and all Budweiser sold from the left-field bar will be donated to support the families of Sikes and Deputy Gavin White, who was also shot on April 26th. It's all made possible through a Non-Profit called Fire K. 'First partnership and it's been good to come alongside people that are like minded in the community, 'said Phillip Weathers, President and Founder, Fire K. 'Justins been doing this for over a year with North Augusta Public Safety and being able to come along beside them and help with something that's as important as helping these families can't think of a more worthy cause.' Baseball fans are happy to come out and support the first responders in our area. 'I'm a retired Firefighter myself, so you know I'm a first responder in that capacity, and it's great to be honored, and it's great to honor other first responders,' said Mike Taylor, Baseball Fan. Fans say it's the least they can do to honor and appreciate all the first responders do for us. 'They do a really tough job every day, and any little bit of support we can give them is great,' said Heather Tucker, Baseball Fan. 'It's important that the people who do this every day know that public and the people who live here are behind them.,' said Dick Tucker, Baseball fan. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Yahoo
El Paso Police honor ‘service, sacrifice, commitment' during Police Week events
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The El Paso Police Department is participating in National Police Week 2025 by hosting a series of events recognizing 'the service, sacrifice, and commitment of law enforcement officers, past and present,' the department said in a news release. National Police Week, held annually in May, offers an opportunity for law-enforcement agencies across the nation to come together in remembrance and appreciation of officers who have given their lives in the line of duty. The public is invited to attend the El Paso Police Department Memorial Ceremony on Friday, May 16. The memorial will be held at 9 a.m. May 16 at Chuck Heinrich Park, 11055 Officer Andrew Barcena Dr., in Northeast El Paso. Police Week kicked off in El Paso with First Responders Night at the El Paso Chihuahuas, and the Fallen Officer Cemetery Cleanup on Monday. A City Proclamation honoring National Police Week will be made during City Council's Tuesday meeting. 'The community is invited to join in honoring the legacy of our fallen officers and supporting the officers who continue to protect and serve. The El Paso Police Department extends a heartfelt thank you to the families of law enforcement, our public safety partners, and the El Paso community for their continued support,' the news release said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Firebirds Reveal First Responder Jersey; Auction Will Benefit CAL Fire Foundation
The Coachella Valley Firebirds will honor those who fought to help contain the massive wild fires that struck parts of Los Angeles and California during the team's First Responders Night on Saturday. The team revealed a specialty warmup jersey ahead of the match against the San Diego Gulls. The First Responder jersey is decorated with the Riverside County crest patch on the upper right chest and the CAL Fire logo sits on the upper left shoulder. Player worn jerseys will be auctioned off through the Dash App with a portion of proceeds benefiting the CAL Fire Benevolent Foundation and One Valley Foundation. Related Join the discussion with others in your hockey community! Just bookmark Seattle Kraken Forum or create an account to receive the latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns, and so much more.
