Cleveland County residents can receive love, boxes of blessings at giveaway event

A Shelby nonprofit is planning an event to shower love on Cleveland County residents in need.

Cleveland County Rescue Mission is holding its first-ever Boxes of Blessings event on July 8 from noon to 2 p.m. at 1100 Buffalo Street.

During the drive-through event, organizers will give away a variety of needed items including free hot lunches, boxes of fresh produce, hygiene kits and masks.

Cleveland County Rescue Mission works to provide shelter, recovery programs, and support services to homeless men, women and children.

Items will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

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