National First Responders Day: Give thanks for the first responders among us while encouraging the next generation

Oct. 28—Not everyone is cut out to be a first responder. But those who do carry that title join noble professions of service, safety and sacrifice. Today, on National First Responders Day, The Bakersfield Californian encourages you to share a handshake, kind words and simple respect with a police officer, sheriff's deputy, emergency dispatcher, firefighter, EMT, paramedic or medical provider …