Operation REACH is in its 44th year in Roane County to bring the joy of Christmas to children in need. Money raised is used to take underprivileged children in grade school and middle school Christmas shopping for themselves and their families. Children are selected by teachers from the elementary and middle schools throughout Roane County. Donations are needed no later than December 10 so the children can go shopping Dec. 14 and 15, 2019. Checks may be mailed to Operation REACH, P.O. Box 981, Kingston, TN. 37763.