Cantonment Rotary Distributes Hundreds of Thanksgiving Meals

Escambia County, FL (Newsradio 92.3) -- The Cantonment Rotary Club is helping more than 300 families in north Escambia County have a Thanksgiving meal. The club purchased 16,000 dollars worth of food from Publix and distributed it Wednesday morning. Volunteers from the community, including cheerleaders from Tate High School, helped sort and pack the meals at Wild Lake Church. Rotary Club President Greg Shoemaker says the need in the area is greater this year than last. Recipients lined up at distribution sites, expressing gratitude for the donation. Rotary Club members say they're proud to share what they have with neighbors in need during the holidays.