2021 Battle of the Badges on August 29 at Stuart Nelson Park

Paducah Police and Fire Departments are meeting Sunday, August 29 at 4 p.m. at Stuart Nelson Park for Battle of the Badges, a softball game to raise money for charity.

The Paducah Police and Fire Departments work together in harmony on the scene of fires and other public safety incidents.  But later this month, they are asking the public to witness a “battle” between them on a softball field.  Battle of the Badges will be on Sunday, August 29 at Stuart Nelson Park.  The event begins at 3 p.m. with the slow pitch softball game starting at 4 p.m.  Admission is free; however, all donations and proceeds from concessions will be provided to local charities as decided by each department.

Both departments hope that the Battle of the Badges will become an annual tradition.

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