For four decades, police and community partnerships have been strengthened by the annual National Night Out event.
Traditionally held the first Tuesday in August, the event is meant to heighten drug and crime awareness, generate support for anti-crime efforts, and strengthen neighborhood spirit and the partnership between police and communities.
Several Oconto County communities, as well as Menominee County, will celebrate the event Aug. 1.
In Lena, National Night Out will be held from 5-8 p.m. at the St. Anne Parish Church grounds, 221 E. Main St.