Make a Child Smile a success at Murrayville Elementary School

The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office helped make Christmas special for almost 100 kids.

Wednesday was the Fifth Annual Make a Child Smile Celebration at Murrayville Elementary School.

Santa, with help from deputies, handed out gifts to 97 kids whose families need a helping hand this holiday season. County and sheriff’s office employees shopped for the presents.

“It’s what Christmas is about – our children, a precious resource that we must take care of and they’re our next leaders,” said New Hanover County Sheriff, Sid Causey.

Sheriff Causey said he hopes events like this teach the kids that those who work in law enforcement are their friends, and they can turn to them for help.