Hilham Baptist Opens Food Pantry, To Repay Kindness
A retired church member at Hilham Baptist Church decided to give back to the community through a new Saturday Food Pantry. Donald Parker said he started a once-a-week operation, to serve those in need in Overton County. Parker said the organization is modeling their giveaways after other churches in the area. “Out our way, there’s […]
Monterey High School Food Box Giveaway Continues This Friday
Monterey High School continues its weekly food box giveaway Friday morning. The program is possible through the Monterey Food Pantry and Second Harvest. Principal Sonja Farley said families of Monterey students are the focus. “The Monterey community comes together,” Farley said. “They help each other so much here, so we do have a lot of […]
Program For Families In Need Come To Sparta For First Time
Mother To Mother is coming to Sparta for the first time on Thursday. Community Partner Liaison Rachel Brown said the group loads up its bus, giving away vital items for infants and children for free. Brown said often first-time mothers in need are left feeling alone, but Mother to Mother is there for them. “We […]
