By CHRISSY SMITH
Slidell news bureau
SLIDELL – Members of the community have decided to show local law enforcement that they care about them and appreciate all they do.
Carrie Calvin and EJ Walls are putting on “Praying for our Peacemakers” on Tuesday, July 26 at 5:30 p.m. at Heritage Park in Slidell.
Calvin said she and several others started brainstorming about what they could do to show support and this idea came to mind.
“I posted it on Facebook as an event and it’s kind of taking on a life of its own,” Calvin said.
The goal of the event is to have locals surround the Slidell Police Department and pray for the men and women who place their lives on the line to protect the city of Slidell. Local businesses have agreed to donate food and drinks, but the numbers for those who plan to attend is almost over 1,000. The event was originally set to take place at the Slidell Police Department because of the overwhelming response, it has been moved to Heritage Park.
If interested in helping or donating, call Calvin at 985-788-6534.