Richardson held its National Night Out event Tuesday night, with hundreds of Richardson residents gathering at 114 registered parties across the city at parks and in neighborhoods. Police officers stopped by each event, and some gatherings saw appearances from Richardson Fire personnel, “Nat the Knight” and other costumed characters, Richardson City Council members and Miss Texas Annette Addo-Yobo. The Police Department collected 6,834 pounds of food through its Can-Do Food Drive held during the event, and the “Richardson Replants” initiative gave away free trees (see story below for more information).
This is the 35th year for Richardson to participate in National Night Out, a program created by the National Association of Town Watch that is designed to promote police-community partnerships, neighborhood camaraderie and help in crime prevention and enhancing quality of life.
Video: National Night Out 2024
