The Alpharetta Police Athletic/Activities League (PAL) will host the annual "Shop with a Cop" event Tuesday at 6 p.m. at the Windward Parkway Wal-Mart.

This year, PAL aims to help more than 75 children. Each child will be accompanied by a police officer, firefighter, or public safety volunteer as he or she shops for their desired holiday gifts. Hosted by the Alpharetta Department of Public Safety with the assistance of Wal-Mart, the annual event helps families in need bring holiday cheer to their children.

For information about contributing, contact Officer Laurie Nicholson at 678-297-6309 or lnicholson@alpharetta.ga.us

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Helen Gilbert places flowers on her brother Eurie Martin’s grave at Camp Spring Baptist Church in Sandersville. Her brother died eight years ago. Three former Washington County deputies are accused of causing his death and are set to stand trial Monday. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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