Community Thanksgiving continues in Hay Springs

(Photo By Alison Kendig) Keith Kearns, one of the original founders of the Hay Springs Community Thanksgiving Dinner said, after 26 years, he and his wife, Miriam, are passing the baton and stepping down from their leadership role in the event.
(Photo By Alison Kendig) Keith Kearns, one of the original founders of the Hay Springs Community Thanksgiving Dinner said, after 26 years, he and his wife, Miriam, are passing the baton and stepping down from their leadership role in the event.

This year marks the 26th year that Hay Springs area residents have enjoyed a communitywide Thanksgiving dinner— cooked, served, and delivered to those unable to attend in person.

“Miriam and I had been reminiscing about growing up and how much we missed the huge family get togethers at the holidays,” said Keith Kearns, one of the original founders of the event. “We also talked with Lois and Tom Hug…