Richmond hardware store hopes to spread blue light for PD

RICHMOND, Ky. (WTVQ)- A Richmond hardware store is gearing up for a busy day Monday, but it’s one they won’t make a lot of money from.

Store owners at the Ace Hardware in Richmond say they’re expecting a shipment of 2,000 blue light bulbs, Monday afternoon. You may find yourself thinking, “why blue light bulbs?” The answer is simple. Often, when a first-responder or law enforcement officer is injured or dies in the line of duty, porch lights will be turned blue to show support.

The store hopes those 2,000 blue bulbs will be put to good use this week leading up to Detective Daniel Ellis’ visitation and funeral.

You can pick up a blue bulb Monday after 1 p.m. at the Ace Hardware in Richmond.