As CORA Food Pantry holds its annual Holiday Food Drive, Executive Director Melissa Driver Beard joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to talk about the local need during the holiday season and the pantry’s upcoming Turkey Tuesday.

 

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On Air Today: Melissa Driver Beard with CORA Food Pantry
As CORA Food Pantry holds its annual Holiday Food Drive, Executive Director Melissa Driver Beard joins 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell to talk about the local need during the holiday season and the pantry's upcoming Turkey Tuesday. Sponsored by the CORA Food Pantry.
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