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CHIEF Star Newsletter, May 2009
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Free Socks with Boots

Only through May 31, you'll get a free pair of black Under Armour boot-fit socks with every pair of boots you order from CHIEF! A $9 value, these moisture-wicking socks will keep your feet dry and comfortable, even on long shifts. Call (888) 588-8569, or order online at CHIEFsupply.com »

Phone-Only Wildland Savings

Call (888) 588-8569
CHIEF is here to support you throughout the 2009 wildfire season, and we're helping you get more for your budget dollar, too. Now through June 30, save $50 on wildland gear orders over $500. Whether you order in advance or on short notice, CHIEF has your gear ready for you. Call your account manager today, (888) 588-8569.

April's Top 10 Twitter Stories

All the News That Fits... in 140 Characters
Public Safety Agencies nationwide are on Twitter – is yours? Keep up with news and more:

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April's Top 10 Twitter Stories

All about fire helmets - Fire Engineering - What's on Your Head? Tweet | Link
Police make wish lists for stimulus money - USA Today
Tweet | Link
IAFF, IAFC Announcing 2009 Fire Safety, Health and Survival Week June 14-20 Tweet | Link
After 30 years, Crime Stoppers is still on the case - Houston Chronicle Tweet | Link
Reverse 911 helps police put out alert for missing people Kansas City Star Tweet | Link
Free Ballistic vests for EMS - Flashover TV Tweet | Link
USFA Announces 2009 Arson Awareness Week Theme "Arson for Profit" - Fire Chief Tweet | Link
Twitter to the rescue: Agencies apply high-tech tools in crisis response - FederalTimes.com Tweet | Link
Leveraging Your Stimulus Money: On the Street at Officer.com Tweet | Link
The Rescue Loop: A Simple Tool for Complicated Tasks - Firehouse.com Firefighter Safety Tweet | Link

Vendor Spotlight: 5.11 Tactical

When it comes to public safety, the right gear is essential. But what's the story behind the companies who design and produce the equipment you rely on every day?

Every month, the CHIEF Star highlights one of our 300 vendors to tell you more about their history, their products, and their commitment to serving you. We call it our "Vendor Spotlight". Look for it in each month's newsletter, or find them online at any time at CHIEFsupply.com/resources/vendors.

May's Vendor Spotlight: 5.11 Tactical
5.11 originally took the market by storm with its ground-breaking 5.11 Tactical Pants, and the company hasn't stopped innovating since. Now an established leader in the Law Enforcement, Tactical, Fire/Rescue and EMS markets, 5.11's name goes hand-in-hand with quality, professionalism and field-proven, common-sense design. Full story »

Most Popular 5.11 Tactical Product:
5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Shorts

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Clearance Sale

May Featured Close-out
Bianchi AccuMold Elite SpeedBreak Duty Holster
Reg. Price, $92.99 Only $50.99
Looking for an easy-to-use multi-retention holster? The SpeedBreak is what you're after. The draw is accomplished with a straight downward thumb stroke, releasing the KnuckleBreak on its way to the hidden ThumbLok release lever. Get this deal online »

This and many more close-out items are available now, in our CHIEFsupply.com Clearance Sale. Quantities are limited, all sales final. Only while supplies last!

More great clearance savings:

Men's 5.11 Tactical Shorts $35.99 Only $19.99
Sound Off Road Runner Flasher, Solid-State $49.99 Only $29.99
Olympus VN-4100PC Digital Voice Recorder with Batteries Only $69.99
5.11 Tactical Short-sleeve TDU Shirt, Poly/Cotton Twill, Dark Navy w/ Sewn-on Epaulets and Badge Tabs $58.99 Only $32.00
North Safety Gas Mask w/ Belt-mounted Carry Bag $179.99 Only $99.99
CHIEF Clearance Sale »

Upcoming Tradeshows

Stay informed! Visit our Public Safety Tradeshows listing for upcoming events and conventions. Keep up with the latest information and advancements in the Fire/Rescue, EMS, Law Enforcement, Corrections, Homeland Security and Counterterrorism industries.

Thank You for 5 Years of CHIEF Grants

Due to changes in Federal regulations governing grants, effective April 13, 2009, CHIEF has discontinued the CHIEF Grants consulting service. We would like to thank our customers and grants consultant Kurt Bradley for 5 great years of helping agencies win grant awards that have helped them keep their personnel and their communities safer.

CHIEF remains one of America's leading distributors of public safety equipment and apparel. Call toll-free (888) 588-8569 or order online at CHIEFsupply.com.

You can access grant-writing resources and Grants Consultant Kurt Bradley through Homeland Defense Journal. CHIEF no longer provides, manages or operates this grants service. Terms and fees, including payment for grants services, are subject to change and are the final decision of Homeland Defense Journal.

CHIEF will continue keeping you informed of grant headlines and other public safety news via twitter.com/CHIEFsupply.