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2. The Springfield Soup Kitchen is closed, but residents can still receive hot dinners from Freddie's Franks & Burgers food truck. The food truck will be in the soup kitchen's parking lot 5 to 6 p.m. Monday and Wednesday.
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3. Clark County grocery stores are dedicating special hours for elderly citizens. IGA in New Carlisle is open 7 to 8 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Kroger is open 7 to 8 a.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Meijers is open 7 to 8 a.m. Tuesdays, and Walmart is open 6 to 7 a.m. Tuesdays for elderly citizens.
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4. Local schools are engaging with students online through story time, bingo and other fun activities.
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5. A new program is matching Springfield residents in need of help with people wanting to help. To sign up for this program or to help visit www.nehemiahfoundation.goentrepid.com.
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