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Highlands 8th Grader Kaley Bastine Raises Over $4,000 for Local Fire Company

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Highlands 8th Grader Kaley Bastine Raises Over $4,000 for Local Fire Company
Highlands 8th Grader Kaley Bastine Raises Over $4,000 for Local Fire Company
HSD Communications
Kaley with Scott Blasey
Highlands Middle School 8th grader Kaley Bastine has long supported police and fire departments by hosting fundraisers. On Saturday, Feb. 7, she held a concert at the Brackenridge American Legion featuring singer-songwriter Scott Blasey from the Pittsburgh rock band The Clarks, raising $4,000 to benefit the Highland Hose Fire Company.
 
The event also included food donations from Tastefully Blessed, Big Riggs BBQ, and Saliba’s Subs, along with numerous contributions from businesses and individuals for a basket raffle.
 
Kaley expressed her thoughts and thanks on her Kaley’s Kops & Heroes Facebook page after the concert:
 
"Tonight I got to sit back, soak it all in, and truly appreciate Scott Blasey — his voice, his talent, and an absolutely incredible show. He was amazing.
 
Thank you to everyone who came out in the cold weather to support our local firefighters at Highland Hose. Because of all of you, I’m proud to share that we raised over $4,000 for them! I truly hope this helps in a meaningful way — they more than deserve it.
 
I was also deeply honored to be named an honorary member of Highland Hose and to receive a plaque from them. That moment meant more to me than I can put into words. I know my grandpappy would be so proud looking down.
 
What a night. Grateful, humbled, and full of heart." 
 
Kaley, the daughter of Keith & Jamie Bastine, has been a passionate supporter of first responders since she was just six years old. Her dedication has led to the organization of many fundraising events, which have raised over $86,000 to honor those who serve and protect our community!
 
Congratulations, Kaley! Highlands is so proud of you!