In the News ... "Everyday Hero: Jay Strong seeks love, help for Tye's children"

EDITOR'S NOTE: Through the beginning of the New Year, the Reporter-News is running stories on Everyday Heroes, people making a difference in their communities, often without receiving recognition.

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• Seed for program that helps feed children, comes from his own childhood

By Brian Bethel, Reporter
• Abilene Reporter-News

TYE, TEXAS - For Jay Strong, Tye’s chief of police, protecting and serving extends beyond keeping the community safe from crime.

It’s making sure that children have enough to eat, or those who wouldn't otherwise get Christmas gifts do, among other things.

And It's making sure they know who the police are and aren’t afraid to approach them if they have a need, or just need a friend ...

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