Many Kansans Are Full Of Christmas Spirit
In Central and Southwest Kansas the Christmas drive for the needy grows with Salvation Army and food banks collecting thousands of dollars, food, clothing, and toys. Dodge City volunteers gathered about 2,500 toys for 228 families and 285 food baskets for needy households. Garden City bell ringers show stronger donations though food collections lag, Reno County sees higher contributions, and drought of snowstorms affected fundraising. Kan sas National Guard Armory will distribute food baskets and toys Wednesday with gifts from stores like Kmart, Cessna, and local churches backing the appeal.