(UNDATED) – An annual Holiday event is happening today.

The Michigan State Police are holding their 12th annual “Stuff A Blue Goose” Christmas food and toy drive. Detective Sergeant Todd Peterson explains what is going to be happening. ...... {LISTEN}.

Michigan State Police are teaming with the Salvation Army, who will get the collected items to the families who need a hand up for Christmas.

Peterson says the event also lets people see troopers in a different light. ...... {LISTEN}.

Troopers will be at the Wal Mart Stores in Sturgis and Three Rivers in St. Joseph County, and at the Coldwater Store in Branch County until 6 PM.