One of Sidney's oldest charities prepares for donation drive

A charity more than a century old is still going strong in Sidney.

The Wide Awake Circle of the King's Daughter's in Sidney, which was founded in 1891, is gearing up for its annual donation drive.

"We're a philanthropic organization," reported Ann Schaaf, a current member and former president of the group. "It's a good Christian organization."

The group provides various types of assistance for those in the Sidney area. The King's Daughters might contribute to rent, utilities or medical bills. Yesterday, members gathered to prepare letters asking for donations.

"What we're doing today, is sendi...