LPD Project Keeps Elderly Cool

Continued high temperatures are making it difficult for the elderly to keep cool this summer. To help, the Lexington Police Department recently began "Operation Keeping Seniors Cool."

In an announcement, Police Chief Terrence Green commended Flight Deck Restaurant owner Ted Stambolitis for his recent donation of air conditioner units to two needy seniorcitizens in Lexington.

Chief Green thanked Stambolitis and the business community along with town citizens for their support of this project. 

"Operation Keeping Seniors Cool is a special opportunity for the small and large businesses in our growing community to give back to the area and we appreciate their support of our department," Green said.

In this special project, the Community Action Team is asking for donations of box fans, standingfans, window air conditioners and gift cards towards the purchase of cooling devices. These are distributed to the elderly in the community during Lexington's extreme temperature months.

If you live in Lexington and need assistance keeping cool during these high temperature days -- or know someone who does -- contact the Lexington Police Department at (803) 359-6260.