 The United Way of Crowing and Cass counties brought back Operation Sandwich over Christmas break, providing meals for students and children in need in the area. And this past break saw a record breaking number of meals distributed. This was the third year of the holiday break Operation Sandwich, and this year saw over 400 bags of food distributed, compared to just over 200 last year. Students in need were identified by Family Service Collaborative workers at each of the school districts that participated this year. It was a record increase. We were also able to reach a lot more or a lot larger areas. So not only were 409 kids provided with food, but we were able to go as far north as Pine River Bacchus. We served pillager across the lake, Crosby-Irenton, Brainerd Public Schools, so we really got the entire region covered and involved, and that was fun. Operation Sandwich also distributes food to students over summer break, and will be expanding in 2018 to include spring break as well. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.