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Friday, March 29, 2013  Updated with video; Around 500 toys were donated to Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital’s Pediatric Unit on Thursday as a way to help children stay calm throughout various procedures they may be going through while at the hospital.

Tuesday, December 18, 2012  Several groups throughout Southwest Georgia are looking to pay their respects to the victims of Newtown, Connecticut.

Saturday, December 15, 2012  Updated with video; Marines surpased their goal of 15,000 toys, which will go to over 4,500 kids.

Sunday, December 09, 2012  Hundreds of bikers revved their engines for a good cause on Sunday during the 29th Annual Remaining Few Bike Run, an event that raises toys, money and more for the Salvation Army and Toys for Tots program.

Friday, December 07, 2012  Updated wtih video; Most kids look for Santa to bring them a surprise in hopes that it's something they want for Christmas but children at the Terrell County Resource Center had the chance shop for themselves.

Thursday, December 06, 2012  Updated with video; The Toys for Tots campaign continues with the three-day "Stuff the Truck" annual event from December 6th to 8th.

Wednesday, December 05, 2012  The Salvation Army experienced a computer malfunction when sending out Toys for Tots pick up times and wants to correct the error.

Saturday, November 17, 2012  Updated with video; The chilly early morning temperatures didn’t scare away car enthusiasts from turning out to the inaugural Camaro Toy Run & Car Show Saturday morning at Prince Chevrolet in Albany.

Friday, November 16, 2012  Updated with video; No need to wait for Christmas, Santa has made his way to southwest Georgia.

Monday, October 15, 2012  Marine Reserve Detachment kicked off their 2012 Toys for Tots campaign on Monday at the Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany.

Tuesday, September 25, 2012  Toys “R” Us is gearing up for the holiday season by setting out to hire thousands across the United States.

Tuesday, August 14, 2012  The Lily Pad incorporated, an organization that provides care to sexual assault and child abuse victims, received a generous gift from the Junior League of Albany Tuesday.

Friday, December 23, 2011  Students, staff and alumni at Troy University partnered with local business to bring some holiday joy to local families in need.

Thursday, December 22, 2011  Updated with video; Viper Unit donates toys and canned goods.

Monday, December 19, 2011  The Salvation Army was able to help over 680 families in 2011.