White Settlement residents had the opportunity to get up close and personal with some of the most imposing vehicles on the road during the "Touch A Truck" event held in the Splash Dayz parking lot at 405 N Las Vegas Trail. Kids and their families were given the rare chance to explore a variety of service vehicles, including those from the police, fire, military, public works, and sanitation departments—vehicles they often only see from a distance.

While the event served as a playful day for the community, it also fostered a greater understanding and appreciation between the public and the operators of these essential machines—it wasn't just about touching the trucks but about grasping the reality of those who serve and protect the city every day the myriad roles these vehicles play not just as tools of service but as lifelines connecting the community in ways often unrecognized.

The White Settlement Police Department took to Facebook to announce the event, urging locals to "Spread the word!" about this family-friendly exhibition. Enthusiasm was apparent among attendees as they interacted with the service professionals and learned more about the functionalities and the inner workings of the impressive array of vehicles on display.

The outreach program highlights the ongoing effort by municipal services to bridge gaps with the communities they serve, events like these serve as a reminder of the everyday heroes who drive these vehicles, and the critical jobs they perform, intertwining with the lives of citizens, stitching the fabric of daily existence into a cohesive unit that functions collectively for the good of all—a dynamic that is all too easily forgotten in the humdrum of daily goings-on.