A Facebook post thanked Tri-Star Muffler Brakes & Lube for a donation that organizers said helped make National Night Out 2026 successful.
The post, which included the hashtags #NationalNightOut and #NNO2026, expressed appreciation for the local support. The message did not specify the amount or nature of the donation.
Tri-Star Muffler Brakes & Lube is an automotive repair shop that offers services such as exhaust, brake and routine maintenance. Local businesses like Tri-Star often support community events through financial contributions, in-kind donations or volunteer time.
National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. Communities across the United States host block parties, safety demonstrations and other events to strengthen relationships between residents and local public safety agencies. Contributions from businesses typically help organizers cover costs, provide activities and reach more residents.
Details about how the donation was used were not included in the post. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
Jon Ross Myers founded Mississippi News Group in 2013. Before founding the organization, he worked at The Daily Mississippian, The Marion Salute and The Southern Sentinel. A Mississippi journalist and writer based in Ripley, he received second place in poetry in the 2025 William Faulkner Literary Competition for "The Garden."
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