As families prepare for Thanksgiving, organizers in Independence Heights say the need this year is greater than they’ve seen in a long time.

On Saturday, a steady stream of cars stretched through the neighborhood as volunteers worked to make sure no one went without a holiday meal.

The line began forming early, with families waiting patiently for boxes filled with food and Thanksgiving staples — a sign, organizers say, of how deep the need runs.

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“We’ve always been a food desert here in Independence Heights,” said community leader Mardie Paige. “Because we are a food desert, we have to take care of ourselves and each other.”

Saturday’s distribution was a collaborative effort between the Indepen

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