( KNZA )--To help the less fortunate children in Brown County experience the joy of Christmas—that’s the goal of the Annual Jingle Bill Ride.
The 16th Annual Ride will take place this upcoming Sunday ( November 18th ) in Hiawatha.
With NEK-CAP bowing out of the program this year, the volunteer riders have taken over the reins.
Jeff Grimm, who has participated in the event since it began, says rider registration will take place at 11:30 Sunday morning on the south side of the Courthouse Square, with the festivities beginning at 12 noon....( play audio )
The toys will then be picked up through 3:30 in the afternoon.
Grimm says donations of new unwrapped toys are needed......( continue audio )
Grimm says monetary gifts will also be accepted.
Those wishing to donate toys or a financial gift are asked to contact Jingle Bell Ride Coordinator Patti Merchant at ( 785 ) 741-0698.
The toys gathered from the Jingle Bell Ride and all other donations will be distribute during the Christmas Store, which will be open December 12th and 13th in the basement of the Brown County Sheriff’s Office.
Those families in need and wishing to participate in the Christmas Store can pick up an application at the sheriff’s office, extension office at the courthouse, or Horton City Hall. All applicants will need proof of residency and applications must be returned by November 21st.
Over the last three years, the Jingle Bell Ride has helped 943 adults and 1,324 children experience the joy of Christmas.
Several participants in this year’s Jingle Bell Ride will be joining L.J. Trant during his show Wednesday morning on Kanzaland Radio to talk more about the event, so tune in then.
© Many Signals Communications
MOST VIEWED STORIES
Three former Atchison Co employees arrested on felonies
One hospitalized, one jailed, after Atchison attack
Fentanyl find nets four in two Atchison cases
Services set for Effingham woman killed in crash
Barricaded fugitive arrested in Jackson County
Two file to challenge local legislator
Fatal Atchison apt fire investigation continues
Support sought for fire ravaged family
USD 415 board select new member
Four injured in Richardson Co rollover crash
U.S. 36 work in Doniphan Co to impact motorists
Results from SE Nebraska contested Primary Elections
Date set for signals switch at Hiawatha intersection
Armed felon found, arrested, in Jackson Co
Flags to fly half staff Wednesday across KS
State Board approves land transfer agreements
Memorial Day enforcement hits KS roads
LATEST STORIES
Four injured in Richardson Co rollover crash
Tuition increase by KU, others in state
KS grad requirements updated after two decades.
Fentanyl find nets four in two Atchison cases
Armed felon found, arrested, in Jackson Co
Support sought for fire ravaged family
Potts first to file for Sheriff's seat in Atchison Co
Senator Slama won't endorse candidate in legislative race
Local author brings "Broken and Chained" to Falls City Saturday