Ames in Focus: National Night Out with Officer Nate Rivera

In this episode, we sit down with Officer Nate Rivera of the Ames Police Department to talk about National Night Out—an annual summer celebration focused on building community, enhancing public safety, and fostering police-resident partnerships. Nate shares what makes this event so impactful, how his unique role as Community Resource Officer shapes his approach, and why you won’t want to miss this year’s festivities on August 5 at Ames Middle School. Episode Highlights: Officer Nate’s background and journey into community policing What National Night Out is and why it matters Sneak peek at this year’s event: games, food, emergency vehicles, and more The importance of trust-building between law enforcement and residents Shoe and sock giveaway for students and on-site signups for school supplies Resources & Links: 📅 National Night Out: Tuesday, August 5 | 5:30–8 p.m. | Ames Middle School 🔗 CityofAmes.org 📱 Follow the Ames Police Department on social media for updates Connect With Us: Love the show? Have a topic or guest suggestion? Email us at [email protected] or follow @CityOfAmes on social media to stay in the loop.