Group bringing items for Joplin tornado survivors

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An organization called Marathon Ministry is giving to tornado survivors in need.

This weekend the ministry will give items such as Chinaware, shoes, diapers, socks and many other things to victims of last year's tornado in Joplin.

The event will be held at Family Worship Center on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

You must be a registered tornado survivor and bring an ID, proof of address and or a FEMA letter or case management information.

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