In the News ... "Scouts need help to fill the food bank"

• It serves individuals and entities in several area communities, not just Abilene.

By Carl Kieke, Contributor
• Abilene Reporter-News

ABILENE, TEXAS - I could use some help this weekend from any of my readers who may be in Abilene.

Until a few years ago, Boy Scouts ran a food drive for Food Bank of West Central Texas in early November. For several reasons, it ran its course and was discontinued.

This year it returns, but in a different format. Instead of going door-to-door, youth groups are setting up in front of Abilene’s United Supermarkets from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday.

There aren’t enough scout units in Abilene to cover all stores all day. So the opportunity is being offered to Girl Scouts, 4-H, Trail Life Boys and American Heritage Girls ...

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