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Red Kettle Campaign helps Salvation Army care for the hungry, homeless

Sofia Ramirez
Sports Reporter · Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 8:30 PM · 2 min read
Red Kettle Campaign helps Salvation Army care for the hungry, homeless — Rome Community news
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