DAYTON – This year, the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office will again sponsor its annual National Night Out event. It will be held in the Dayton City Park on Aug. 7 from 5 to 8 p.m.

More than 30 displays from local agencies and businesses will be presented. Free hot dogs, chips and refreshments will be provided, courtesy of Banner Bank, Frito-Lay and Pepsi-Cola.

This year’s special displays and events will include the National Guard Lakota helicopter, which will fly in for display, and the Life Flight Network helicopter which will fly in for tours.

Participants can also tour Fire Distri...