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2 days ago
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The ‘O' by Oliverio's hosts Paint the Night Blue Gala
BRIDGEPORT, (WBOY) — The 'O' by Oliverio's hosted an evening of elegance, entertainment and gratitude Saturday night at the Paint the Night Blue Gala. Organized in honor of law enforcement heroes, the event provided a lively and meaningful night that supports the ongoing mission of the Hotsinpiller Foundation, which provides resources and recognition for first responders across West Virginia and beyond. The event featured live music, dancing, food, and most importantly the chance to give back to a cause that uplifts those who serve and protect. Swords, stories and more at Morgantown StoryFest 'Not only are we still doing the scholarships, but we are able to provide assistance to law enforcement officers in times of need as well as agencies around the state. And we've also expanded our borders throughout the country and donated to officers in their time of need,' the President of the Hotsinpiller Foundation Dustin Hotsinpiller said. 'My father passed away in December of 2001, he had been with the Bridgeport Police Department for 27 years, and we had always talked about, when he passed away about starting a scholarship foundation,' Hotsinpiller continued. 'It really came to fruition when my brother was killed in the line of duty February 16, 2011. At that point and time, we knew we had to do something.' The Hotsinpiller Foundation began as a scholarship fund, but over time, the family recognized a growing need within the community. In response, they expanded their mission, shaping it into the comprehensive foundation it is today. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-03-2025
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Law enforcement from throughout the state receive K9 training kits
BRIDGEPORT, (WBOY) — Saturday morning the Hotsinpiller Foundation gave K9 drug detection training kits to West Virginia police departments throughout the state. In each kit are TADD's, or Training Aid Delivery Devices, that samples just the smells of illicit drugs. These TADD's allow K9 handlers to train their dogs to identify smells of illicit drugs without running the risk of exposing canine or human to the substances themselves. The Hotsinpiller Foundation made it possible to provide 16 of these kits in total, each of them having a TADD for MDMA, heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine, marijuana and fentanyl. Veterans Service Fair hosted in Shinnston One recipient of the kits was the Harrison County Sheriff's Office. Sergeant Ryan Harris is the K9 Team Coordinator for the Sheriff's Office and told 12 News that at times they will use the Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) issued substances, but that the TADD's are a lot easier to manage. 'I'm really excited about the kits honestly,' Harris said. 'These are high-quality training aids and they're a lot safer than using your standard training aids from the DEA which is real controlled dangerous substances.' The Hotspinpiller Foundation was started with the goal of supporting law enforcement in memory of Derek Hotsinpiller, a US Marshal killed in the line of duty, as well as the late James William Hotsinpiller, who served the city of Bridgeport for 27 years. Their main fundraiser is their annual 5K which will be held on June 7 in Bridgeport City Park. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
