| Support our local Soldiers – Part II |
Dear Fellow High Shoalers, Back in November, we as a town, set out to send a care package to two soldiers from our town, Brett Thomas and Tim Kraeling, both serving in Afghanistan. The Community responded in such an awesome way, we were actually able to ship 14 boxes of “goodies” off in time for the Christmas holidays. These items were very well received by Tim and Brett and also helped to bless many other soldiers in their respective units. At that time, we decided it would be a great idea to do same type of thing 3 or 4 times a year rather than just Christmas. So, beginning now and continuing through about June 15th, we will be collecting items to send to any of our resident soldiers who are serving their country overseas. Brett is already back in the states and Tim may be home as well. We plan to either send boxes to Spencer Ellis, a resident of Hillsboro Road, if he is back in Afghanistan and/or to other local soldiers from Oconee County currently on active duty. There is a huge need and we can definitely show some hometown support and kindness to these folks and any others that we are made aware of. We have already begun receiving donations from many different sources including Harrietet Browning’s (Oconee County Tax Commissioner) office and other individuals who have heard of our effort. If you know of any other resident(s) now serving overseas, please let the council know so we can make sure to get a box to them as well. If you feel led to help in this endeavor, we will be collecting items up through June 15 or so. Items and/or cards can be dropped off in a container that will be at the High Shoals Post Office beginning at this week. If you cannot make it to the Post Office but would still like to help, call the North High Shoals Townhall (706) 769-4289 and we’ll make arrangements to pick up what you would like to donate! What do these servicemen need or want? Well, we know from our past attempt that just about anything is very much appreciated and it varies somewhat by where each soldier is actually stationed. Please note the list below that are the most common items asked for. Cards and notes of encouragement are also very much appreciated. Obviously the smaller the articles, the more we can pack in each box! Keep in mind that some candy (specifically chocolate items) can melt and might not be a good choice especially with summer upon us. There are also some restricted items – one specific is anything made or pork or pork by-products. Choosing from the list below should be just fine. Thanks for your support! Items often requested: |
Deodorant Vitamins Paperback books |