Coco with the Popo:

Cocoa, Cookies, & Competition

By Josh Nelson, Tioga Chief of Police

Our police department had some very unique training last month with the help of the community members. On February 25th more than thirty kids ranging from 2 to 16 years old joined the Tioga Police Department for our 2nd annual Coco with the Popo event sponsored by Cash Wise. During this event families were provided with hot chocolate, lunch, and cookies which were served by the Cash Wise employees. After filling their bellies, children, and even some parents picked up a laser gun, chose a team, and went to battle. *Insert dramatic music here.*

Officers and kids partic- ipated in multiple friendly but competitive games of laser tag at the Tioga Community Center during the three hour event. The Tioga Police Department Officers put up a good fight but were no match for the children of Tioga and surrounding towns.

Did You Know?

James Doohan (who played Scotty on Star Trek) was shot several times by friendly fire on D-Day after surviving the storming at Juno Beach. He lost a finger as a result, which was mostly (but not always) hidden using camera angles while filming Star Trek 21 years later.

This event amongst others is geared toward fostering relationships between children and our officers. Our police department strives to build police-community relations by building a positive rapport with members of the community.

Divide County National Honor Society

Blood Drive

MARCH 21ST, 2023

11:30-3:00

Come join us at Divide County High School for a Vitalant blood drive hosted by Divide County National Honor Society. You must be at least 16 years old to donate. However, if you are 16, you also need parental consent. The permission form can be picked up at the High School office. To sign up for a time, please contact Kiyah Wolter 701-339-0862