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Good news about Veterans Express and Atascadero police K-9s

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Atascadero police K-9s, Atza and Pit, are recipients of new bullet and stab protective vests, thanks to a charitable donation from Vested Interest in K-9s, Inc., sponsored by the Housman Family Foundation of California. Each protective vest is worth $1,050 and weighs 4 to 5 pounds.
Atascadero police K-9s, Atza and Pit, are recipients of new bullet and stab protective vests, thanks to a charitable donation from Vested Interest in K-9s, Inc., sponsored by the Housman Family Foundation of California. Each protective vest is worth $1,050 and weighs 4 to 5 pounds. Courtesy photo

SLO County

Kennedy Club Fitness, with four locations in San Luis Obispo County, recently raised $5,700 to benefit the Veterans Express shuttle.

The Veterans Express is operated by Ride-On, which provides transportation to appointments and services for up to 180 local veterans.

The funds were raised through a companywide membership drive and silent auction with the help of organizers, members and media sponsors.

For more information, phone Ride-On Transportation at 541-8747.

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This story was originally published March 24, 2016 at 12:12 PM with the headline "Good news about Veterans Express and Atascadero police K-9s."

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