We try to raise about $15,000 to $20,000 a year.

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At a time he's down in the polls, he's looking at this issue to gain support in his community at the expense of other communities, ... He's done nothing to improve race relations in the region since he's been in office.

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If someone's in a position where they actually need sandbags, they don't usually need that many to make a difference. We have about 25 sandbag sites around the county where people can pick them up if necessary.

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Supply can never keep pace with demand at this particular weekend.

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We started this on a whim four years ago. We don't want to make it any larger than it is. It really is a lot of fun.

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We have some very, very well-known and good establishments.

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As the water makes its way down into the valley, that's why we make sure the creeks and streams are cleared of debris. Our crews are out inspecting areas right now in preparation for the weekend and they're always on call if a tree goes down and causes a blockage. They're out to take it out.

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Certainly it seems like it's better to leave business on the table rather than take on something you can't handle.

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I think it's [the band] a great example of just what the students are capable of.

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