The Hoffman Estates Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association (HECPAAA) is proud to present the first annual Shootz & Ladders Softball Fundraiser: HEPD vs. HEFD. Come out and watch your local police officers battle firefighters on the diamond for bragging rights. Additional parking will be available at MacArthur School.

The event includes raffles with prices, commemorative T-shirts for sale, food and beverages (water, soda, candy, snacks) for sale and kids games. Also, spectators can donate for a chance to throw out a pitch before each inning. All proceeds go towards a new K-9 unit for the Hoffman Estates Police Department.

For more information, contact Leigh Bartkowiak by phone at 847-490-0817, or by e-mail at lab316@comcast.net.

*Rain date: Saturday, Sept. 28