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Family donates $200,000 of equipment to schools
By Shannon Rigsby Mustang Public Schools received a donation of specialized equipment this semester valued at more than $200,000. For Kristy and Darren Deadmond, it’s a gift in memory of their daughter and specialized possibilities for children they may never meet. Their daughter, Shelbi Deanna Haskin, a 2014 Mustang graduate, passed away unexpectedly in August…
Read MoreYukon diaper drive to aid Bethany hospital
For the fourth year, the Yukon Friends of the Park are hosting a diaper drive to benefit the Children’s Center in Bethany. The event will continue through New Year’s Day and is part of the Holiday Helpers’ Gift Drive. Jan Scott, director of Parks and Recreation for the city of Yukon, said the center…
Read MoreYukon boy, 6, seeks donations for animal shelter
Most six-year-old boys want footballs, basketballs or the latest video games for their birthday gifts. Rason Bentley wants to help the animals being housed at the Yukon Animal Shelter. Rason, who turns 6 on Dec. 19, hopes to provide pet food, blankets to keep them warm, and toys for the animals. And he’s teaming…
Read MoreAnti-bullying organization asks for donations
Knock Out Bullying Inc. is collecting donations of journals and pens to help children express themselves. Knock Out Bullying (KOB) began in October 2013 because of the Founder and President Stacy Hatcher, her daughter Katelynn, and Katelynn’s best friend Destiny, all of Yukon. “There was bullying going on with a little girl that lived near…
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