By STEVE NEWMAN
Hurley - The annual "Battle of the Badges" softball game at Cary Park Saturday featured teams of law enforcement officers from Iron and Gogebic counties playing in a contest, with funds raised going to five different charities. Organizers worked to gather donations beforehand and added funds were raised through the day with 50/50 raffle tickets and prize raffles. Ironwood Public Safety officer Matt Sterbenz said, "There's a lot of people that put a lot of hard work into it. It's a chance for people to get out and do something that benefits our local communities." He also added, "It's tough to try and get people together and have a gathering, and hopefully it can continue for years to come."
The sunshiny day brought out a sizable crowd to enjoy the festivities. Charities to benefit from the game include D.O.V.E., HOPE Animal Shelter, Range Suicide Prevention and Joy of Giving.