Back-to-School giveaway brings free supplies to St. Joseph families

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- Back-to-school season is right around the corner as families gear up for the upcoming school year.
The special backpack giveaway is happening on Aug. 17, from 5 to 7 p.m at Open Door Food Kitchen.
Families can stop by, enjoy snow cones and hot dogs, and pick up backpacks filled with school supplies to help students start the year off right.
It’s a family-friendly event designed to bring the community together while making sure kids have what they need for the classroom.
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