Results are in for this year's Red Kettle Bell Ringing Media Challenge, and 2 News finished a solid second.
The friendly competition between local news stations raises money for the Salvation Army to help people in need to put food on their table and gifts under their tree.
After winning last year 2 News finished in second in 2023, less than $30 off the number one spot with $3,378.23 raised.
$2,037.23 of that came from in-person donations, while $1,341 came from virtual donations.
While 2 News finished second, we did come out on top in donations made in person by a margin of more than $459.
Between all three local stations, more than $9,600 was raised.
Thank you so much to all who came out to give or who gave virtually.
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Come out and support the 2 News team as we defend our title as The Salvation Army Red Kettle Bell Ringing Media Champions at the South Virginia Street Hobby Lobby from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. today (Friday).
If you want to support our team, but can't make it to Hobby Lobby, you can make a donation now to our online kettle by clicking this link, or screenshotting the QR Code below:
Last year, we were able to raise $1,521 in online donations and $1,318.60 with in-person donations, totaling $2,839.60.
All donations go towards The Salvation Army's services, including their food pantry, adult rehabilitation programs, social services, disaster services and youth programs.
Come out, say "Hi," and help us raise money for our community.
