BRIEFS

MORE CHRISTMAS BASKETS WAITSBURG - The Waitsburg Presbyterian Church reported that its seasonal care effort for needy local families produced 28 baskets this year, 10 more than last year. The collaborative program with the Catholic Church of Waitsburg drew more requests for the baskets but also more support, indicating more families appeared to be in need of the baskets, Rev. Brett Moser said. Donors still wishing to help local households in need can do so by donating to the Waitsburg Food Bank.

PLAYGROUND GETS BIG GRANT

DAYTON - The sponsors of the proposed Dayton Play­ground have received no...