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Area children need to start making their lists to be ready when Santa visits in downtown Allen on Saturday, December 17th. Since there won’t be snow for the reindeer to pull the sleigh, the Jolly Ole Man will arrive by fire truck at 2:00 p.m.
Read moreOnce again the Allen Chamber of Commerce will be holding their “Shop at Home” Christmas campaign. Each time you make a purchase of $5 or more at an Allen chamber member’s business you will receive a ticket and be entered in a drawing. On Saturday, December 17th, after Santa’s visit with area children, a drawing will be held in front of the Allen Food Center. Six lucky individuals will be going home with $100 bills.
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Allen Elementary students, grades three through five, showed their appreciation for veterans this year in a special way. They participated in a fundraiser in which they raised money to purchase veterans a new hat with the military emblem they served in. Candice Smith, a fifthgrade teacher from Allen, heard about the idea via a friend and decided this would be a great project for the elementary students.
Read moreThis year the Allen Mustang bands will bring the Polar Express’ magic and excitement to our town. Students have been hard at work to a little Christmas cheer to you and the rest of the community with their Merry Mustang Express Concert.
Read moreThe Hughes County OHCE club will again be sending packages to soldiers this Christmas. If you know of a soldier call the Hughes County Extension office at 405-379-5470 or LaTrishia Sherry at 405-221-0972.
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