'Helping Appvion Employees' Event Set For Saturday; More Families Can Be Served

The Helping Appvion Employees fundraiser event is encouraging Appvion employees and families to take advantage of the help it is offering.

The organization has been collecting food and donations to assist Appvion Spring Mill employees who will lose their jobs because of the plant’s shut-down in April.

“So far we have had an overwhelming response from the community, but only about 11 families have signed up,” said Tammy Frye-Carter, organizer.

“We have Easter baskets, a ton of food, and gift cards,” Frye-Carter said. “So we are hoping to get the word out to any employees who might need some ext...