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December 1 2018 • Vol 27 No. 23 • www.tpgonlinedaily.com
I Can’t Fully Repay Them – But I’ll Try
The Power of Shen Yun
The first thing audience members seem to notice is the color. The curtains lift and the stage is lit with a bright, golden light. Streams of rainbow silk twirl and loop through the air. Costumes are coordinated in combinations so striking no one expects to see them. Full Story page 12
Holiday Food Drive
16-Year-Old Cancer Patient Raises $5K for Jacob’s Heart
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16-year-old cancer patient is using his 4-H skills to raise $5,000 for Jacob’s Heart Children’s Cancer Support Services, an organization he says was invaluable to him as he battled his disease.
“When I was going through treatment, it was a really rough time mentally,” said Andrew Perez, explaining why he has chosen to make such a significant gift. “They helped me get out of that dark spot. I can’t ever fully repay them — but I’ll try my best.” ... continues on page 4
When family and friends gather to celebrate and give thanks, thoughts often turn to those who are not so fortunate. Generous folks may be interested in helping those who struggle with food insecurity, but it can be difficult to know the best way to help. How can one person make an impact when the need is so great? Full Story page 6
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