Question: Who stops in Pulaski County rain or shine and delivers presents every year? If you were thinking Saint Nick, you’re dead wrong. Answer: Pulaski County’s waste and recycling employees.
Christmas came early for 18 Oak Hill Elementary students as county officials delivered new bicycles to the school as part of their annual holiday outreach.
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Due to COVID-19 distance learning, Christmas Promise volunteers weren t able to personally see the kids get their bikes this year. Pictured are Pulaski Elementary first grade student Sophia Phillips and fifth grade student Zoey Phillips as they pick up their bikes.
It looked a little different this year but 18 Pulaski Elementary students still benefitted from the annual Christmas Promise from Waste Connections.
Traditionally, volunteers with the program deliver brand new bicycles to the school, which calls the children to the cafeteria or gym to see and even ride their bikes around for a bit. Parents are often invited to join in, and help their child get the hang of riding.