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Click It, Ship It, Gift It: Help make Christmas brighter for local children without leaving home
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Rachel Thompson
Rachel Thompson
Reporter · Toledo, OH
Rachel Thompson is a dedicated community reporter with a focus on neighborhood initiatives and local events. She graduated from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and spent several years with the Detroit News before returning to her hometown of Toledo. Rachel is deeply invested in the community and enjoys telling stories that highlight local heroes and grassroots movements.
More from Rachel →Reporter · Friday, November 6, 2026 at 3:45 PM · 1 min read
Lucas County Children Services caseworker Kate Rudebock shares how a Barbie Dreamhouse and the generosity of northwest Ohio donors make Gift of Joy so meaningful.
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