Dexter, Missouri - County Wide Insurance enjoys giving back to the community and this year is no exception.  They are collecting food for the Stoddard County Gospel Mission and will continue to do so even after the holidays!

Everyone knows that there are difficult times for many and fellow neighbors are starving in Stoddard County.  "Through local food drives, you can give back and make a direct impact on the lives of people living in our own community," stated Tracy Horton, County Wide Insurance agent.

"Items needed are any non-perishable foods such as rice, beans, canned vegetables, mac&cheese, peanut butter, boxed drinks, ramen, spaghetti, soups, canned tuna, boxed cornbread, and cereal," according to Horton.  "We just want to give to the community and we realize there are a lot of people who could use some much needed food this holiday season."

You can drop off food between 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday at 140 S. Walnut Street.  While you are there pick up a free 2014 calendar!

County Wide Insurance is encouraging employees, insurance company partners and the public to help them make the holidays a little bit easier for those in need.  Please give what you can!

Shown in the photo are Tish Gentry, Kaylin Goins, and Tracy Horton, County Wide Insurance Agents.