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Free Backpacks Help Families Ease Back-to-School Costs | Roanoke News
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- Jul 26, 2026
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Summary
Back-to-school costs are crushing families, with parents spending nearly $864 on supplies—over $146 just for basics. But local Verizon stores stepped in, handing out free backpacks and helping families save $100–$150 per bag. With just 60 backpacks available, they vanished in hours as grateful parents lined up. It’s a small win that makes a big difference—proving businesses can ease financial stress and support communities during tough times. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/806ad5539bd38713