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Surprise donation drive will help deployed service troops

The city of Surprise is hosting a donation drive for deployed service troops Monday, Oct. 19-Friday, Nov. 6.

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The city of Surprise is hosting a donation drive for deployed service troops Monday, Oct. 19-Friday, Nov. 6.

Community members are encouraged to donate any of the following items at thre city collection sites:

• Hot sauce bottles (2-4 ounces)

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