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Millard church says rising costs were a contributor to decision to bring back their back-to-school event
OMAHA, Neb. —
Lord of Hosts Church in Millard held its first back-to-school event in six years, offering free backpacks, school supplies, and activities for children in the community.
Kids attending the event could receive a backpack filled with school supplies, see a police cruiser and fire truck, watch balloon artists, and get their face painted.
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“We just want to make sure that local kids, kids from our area all over Omaha have an opportunity to get a free backpack. Free supplies. Come check out the church. And that’s just a win-win, I think, for everybody,” Bob Pettigrew said.
Organizers also noted that the rising cost of living contributed to the decision to bring the event back after a six-year hiatus.
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