Annual drive-in movie night presents first responders with life-saving protective gear

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Phil Long Ford of Chapel Hills will be hosting its annual “Cars Under the Stars,” a free drive-in style movie night on Aug. 16, presenting first responders with life-saving protection gear.

Event sponsors have purchased 13 bullet-proof vests, which the Shield616 non-profit will present to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, the Colorado Springs Police Department and the Monument Fire Department, says Phil Long Dealerships.

This is the fifth year for the drive-in movie event, with this year’s showcase confirmed to be Top Gun: Maverick, displayed on a 40-foot outdoor screen with gates opening at 6 p.m., officials confirm…

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