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Turkey giveaway in Detroit to feed hundreds ahead of Thanksgiving

Turkey giveaway in Detroit to feed hundreds ahead of Thanksgiving
Turkey giveaway in Detroit to feed hundreds ahead of Thanksgiving 01:25
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Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield AJ Walker

The cars pulled up and one by one left with the makings of a Thanksgiving meal. Complete with a turkey and other items to make this holiday special.

The event was held by Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield, in partnership with Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., and Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Michigan.

"I'm thankful and grateful that someone is considering the community to even pass out food at this time of year. And with the things that's going on in the world, I'm very grateful and thankful," said Ernestine Howard.

"The need is great. We see that every year we do this event, but particularly this year, because of us coming out of COVID and the inflation is extremely high. And so we just had an opportunity today to give back to over 500 families in the city of Detroit, providing them fresh food and a turkey for Thanksgiving," Said Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield. "And so we're just honored and blessed to be in a position to be able to give back."

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