Gov. Bentley rings in Salvation Army's Red Kettle campaign - WTVM.com-Columbus, GA News Weather & Sports

Gov. Bentley rings in Salvation Army's Red Kettle campaign

Posted: Updated:
Alabama Governor Robert Bentley is joined by members of the Salvation Army's local chapter to kick off the Red Kettle campaign. Alabama Governor Robert Bentley is joined by members of the Salvation Army's local chapter to kick off the Red Kettle campaign.
  • NEWS

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:11 PM EDT2013-05-22 03:11:48 GMT
    After much debate and a unanimously vote from the board edgewood elementary and Marshall middle schools will close their doors for the final time next Friday. But what happens after next week?    "There
    After much debate and a unanimously vote from the board edgewood elementary and Marshall middle schools will close their doors for the final time next Friday. But what happens after next week?    "There
  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:01 AM EDT2013-05-22 07:01:00 GMT
    AT&T is taking several steps to assist those in need in Moore and the Oklahoma City area after the community was struck by a tornado Monday.
    AT&T is taking several steps to assist those in need in Moore and the Oklahoma City area after the community was struck by a tornado Monday.
  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:30 AM EDT2013-05-22 05:30:09 GMT
    As millions of Americans focus their attention on the devastation in Oklahoma, many will feel compelled to reach out and help. But sometimes, in massive recovery efforts, people's good intentions can turn
    As millions of Americans focus their attention on the devastation in Oklahoma, many will feel compelled to reach out and help.

    But sometimes, in massive recovery efforts, people's good intentions can turn into a burden for workers in the trenches.
MONTGOMERY, AL (WSFA) -

Alabama Governor Robert Bentley has officially kicked off the Salvation Army Red Kettle Bell Ringing campaign for 2012.

The governor was joined by officials with the Salvation Army at the state capitol to mark the campaign's start.

The Montgomery Salvation Army has been serving the River Region since 1899.

In addition to providing emergency shelter, food, clothing and day-to-day assistance, the Salvation Army also ministers to the spiritual needs of people throughout the area.

Copyright 2012  WSFA 12 News.  All rights reserved.