MARTINS FERRY — Area volunteers are celebrating the collection of gift-filled shoeboxes that will send a message of joy to children around the world. ​ Thousands of volunteers contributed to Operation Christmas Child,

At a time of constant and often dramatic change and evolution in most aspects of American life, there is something comforting found in traditions and institutions that stand the test of time. The Toy for Joy Christmas campaign,

On Nov. 6, several members of Wednesday Volunteers for Family and Community gathered at the home of club secretary Gloria Messenger to stuff shoeboxes provided by Samaritan’s Purse with various