The South Central Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 43 is again hosting its annual Shop With a Cop event and accepting donations cash donations in order to help make the Christmas season brighter for some families in Howell County. It will be the 30th year for the event, which typically benefits about 200 children from low-income families, with the support of local businesses and agencies.
On Dec. 14, participating children will pair up with a police officer, deputy, firefighter, ambulance personnel or other emergency personnel.
Donations may be dropped off at the West Plains Police Department, 1912 Holiday Lane, or mailed to Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 43, P.O. Box 1462, West Plains, MO, 65775. Checks should be made to the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 43.
FOP Lodge 43 President Brad Jones and Vice President Brandon Romans thank event supporters.
Applications for children to participate in the event are now available at the police department and must be returned by 7 a.m. Dec. 2.
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