It's easy to forget that policing is not just about catching bad guys; it's also about supporting your local community. 

Piatt County Sheriff Mark Vogelzang explains that his office assisted in escorting 35 runners from Monticello all the way to Peoria to support St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. 

The Sheriff indicates that the event doesn't require a lot of manpower, but he has great deputies who are willing to work overnight to support the cause. 

Vogelzang feels that the community outreach from their department is an essential piece of their relationship with the public. He notes that it's important not to be disconnected. 

Labor Day is coming up quickly, and we'll have more with Sheriff Vogelzang on staying safe this weekend on Regional Radio.