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Friday, November 23 2012, 06:20 PM CST
Donating To Charities During The Holidays
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY-- The holidays are a time for giving but do local charities also see the generosity?

Champaign County Toys for Tots and the Champaign County Humane Society say the holidays are when they receive the most donations.

They still need as much support from the community as possible to continue.

Reported by: James FillmoreDonating To Charities During The Holidays

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