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By: By Lisa Marchesoni - Nov. 2, 2007 - 2:32 PM
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Sgt. Eric Runsey poses with Secilia Santin and Dr. Beth Keen.
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About 50 kids earned some extra cash Thursday when dentist Dr. Beth Keen paid $1 per pound for extra Halloween candy.
Dr. Keen gave the children flashing toothbrushes while Toot’s donated T-shirts and gift certificates. Reeves-Sain gave away soda/milkshake tokens and a Hello Kitty fan for a door prize. Businessman Bubba Hutson gave a cash donation. Roses donated bags of candy.
In turn, Dr. Keen plans to forward the candy to U.S. troops in Iraq.
National Guard Sgt. Eric Runsey, a crew chief for Black Hawk helicopters, attended the event where he talked to children while they wrote letters to soldiers.
“He said any note they got brightened their day and they had support from the people here,” Dr. Keen said.
Some of the letters read:
“Dear Soldier. We hope you enjoy the candy. Don’t forget to brush!” Sophie.
“To our troops. I hope you’re doing great! Here is some candy I got for Halloween and I thought I should share some with you! Enjoy.” Aspen.
“You rock. Let’s win. I love you.” Jordan.
“Dear Soldiers. Thank you. God bless you.” Love, Elisha.
“Dear Troops. Thank you for helping our country. I hope you like the treats.” Tommy.
“Dear Troops. I hope you are doing well overseas. I appreciate all that you are doing for our country. Enjoy the candy!” Seth.
“Dear Troops. Thank you for all you do for us in America. We hope that you have good luck in Iraq. I also hope you enjoy the candy and I hope we win the war. Go troop go.” From Ben.
“Dear Troops. Thank you for all you do for us.” Anna.
“Dear Soldiers. Thank you for fighting Iraqi guys who try to blow us up. I hope you like my candy. Happy teeth rotting!” From Ryan.
“I love you and thank you.” Jacob.
“Dear Soldiers. Thank you.” Love, Scott.
“Dear Soldiers. Since you fight in Iraq, it must be HARD. Do you have very much electricity?” From Alex.
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