Submitted byLt. Shawn L. Jones, PIO/Assistant Fire Marshal

Richmond, Va– Last night was the kick-off for radio station Y101 Food Drive benefiting the Central Virginia Foodbank. The opening night theme was a challenge between Police and Fire. I am please to report that it was the best opening night they have ever had. Police officers on the scene conceded defeat as Richmond firefighters and our supporters donated the most food for the evening. Since the challenge was so successful, the radio personalities have decided to keep the challenge going all week. That means anytime this week (November 16-20) people can make their donation to the Central Virginia Foodbank in favor of Police Officers or Firefighters. The radio station will be at the Kroger in Carytown, 24 hours a day until 1800 hours Friday night. You can listen to live broadcast at 100.9 from 1400-1800 hours and with live cut-aways every hour during other times. A big thank you goes out to the Richmond Fire Prevention staff, which spent the evening receiving donations, handing out fire safety brochures and talking with shoppers and participants. Richmond Quint 18C displayed their apparatus and talked with the shoppers and participants throughout the afternoon and evening. They also set the bar early in the afternoon by donating 75 pounds of food.