Despite myriad health problems and financial challenges, the McCarters feel their spirits lifted during the holiday season -- in part, because they receive an Empty Stocking Fund food basket.
Empty Stocking Fund Eases Christmas Burden
Local News | KNS, Knoxville News Sentinel
Sun, 11/29/2015 - 4:00am
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Topics: Tennessee Knox County Knoxville
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