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Gary Simpson organizes the last few cans and boxes for the Othello Christmas Basket project.
December 18, 2016
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December 18, 2016 2 a.m.
Othello Christmas Baskets deliver holiday cheer
OTHELLO — The first cars leave the Othello Fire Hall about 8 a.m., delivering food, toys and Christmas cheer to needy families in Othello, a tradition that’s 40 years old. The Othello Community Christmas Basket program started with a few guys talking at the Eagles Lodge, and has expanded to include most of Othello.