KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — Law enforcement agencies and first responders in Kalamazoo County are getting into the holiday spirit by helping less fortunate families in the community.
On Monday and Tuesday they hosted their “Shop with a Hero” event at the Meijer on Gull Road in Comstock Township and at the Target on West Main Street in Oshtemo Township.
Sheriff Richard Fuller says over 70 children and families had the opportunity to pick out some Christmas items with the help of local officers, firemen, and first responders.
He adds that it’s always an exciting event and it’s great to see the smiles on everyone’s faces.
The funds for the event are donated by Meijer and Target.
Agency representatives from the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety, Kalamazoo County Sheriff’s Office and Reserve Division, Kalamazoo Township Police Department, Richland Police Department, Western Michigan UniversityPolice Department, Comstock Fire Department, Oshtemo Fire Department, Pride Care Ambulance, Life EMS and the Kalamazoo Valley Community College Police Department all took part in the event.
