Annual Georgia Turkey Giveaway Runs Out
AUGUSTA, Ga. - The lines kept forming for James Brown's annual Thanksgiving turkey giveaway even though the 1,100 tickets for free turkeys had long since been handed out.
The Brown Family Children's Foundation has continued the holiday tradition of giving out thousands of turkeys to needy residents since Brown's 2006 death. But the demand outstripped the supply Monday, and dozens of people had to be tued away.
Brown's daughter Deanna Brown-Thomas said it "when I look at this it hurts, because you can't give to everybody, but it goes to show the need is there."
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Mike Gallagher is a Georgia-based freelance journalist covering local news, community developments, and regional issues that matter most to residents across the state. Writing for Georgianewsday.com since 2016, Mike has built a reputation for clear, balanced reporting and a strong connection to the communities he serves. His work spans city council decisions, school board updates, small business features, public safety reports, and statewide policy changes. In addition to local coverage, Mike occasionally reports on state politics and national headlines, offering readers context on how broader decisions impact Georgia communities. Known for his steady, fact-driven approach, Mike prioritizes accuracy, fairness, and accessibility in every story. Whether covering a town hall meeting or breaking political developments, he aims to inform readers with clarity and integrity. Outside the newsroom, Mike remains actively engaged in Georgia’s civic landscape, always seeking the next story that shapes the state’s future.
