PINE HILLS, Fla. – Across the country and throughout Central Florida, there has been a big need for food heading into Thanksgiving.In the days leading up to the holiday, food drives assisting people in need have been packed with families simply trying to find ways to smile during a year that has been devastating for so many.“I’m on a fixed income so every little bit helps,” said a woman who identified herself as Karen. “I appreciate the meals.
It means a lot.”[TRENDING: Hundreds line up for free turkeys | COVID-19 vaccine FAQs | 11 things to be thankful for during pandemic]Latasha Larose’s family has also fallen on hard times.“My husband lost his job, so it’s only me working, so things are kind of hard,” Larose said.For people like Ray.