Editorial: Helping hands

When people are hungry, sick, suffering or dying, when they need help after a tornado, fire or other disaster, our communities are there for them time and again.

Look no further for proof than today’s edition. The weekly benefits and fundraiser listing of page 6B includes standard fare. Then there’s Packing for the Weekend on page 1A.

Citizens also repeatedly step up for charities, churches and organizations that reflect their personal values and interests. Goodhue County Historical Society’s Bling and Chocolate, also featured on page 1A, is one example of such efforts that occur throughout the year.

Beyond the money raised, people give of themselves — time, emotional support and more.

We live in caring communities. We tend to think about this at Thanksgiving and Christmas — traditional times of sharing. On this Ash Wednesday, think again.

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