Mid-Plains United Way hosting virtual talent show

Telegraph staff reports

It’s time for some Holiday Cheer, so Mid-Plains United Way is hosting a Virtual Christmas Talent Show.

Submit a video of your talent to unitedway172@gmail.com. The top 3 videos with the most votes will win a cash prize. All ages and furry friends are welcome to participate, the organization said in a press release.

Voting closes at midnight Dec. 15. Cash prizes will be distributed to winners the following day.

All proceeds will go to Mid-Plains’ 16 local partner non-profit organizations. To view a full list of our partners, please visit midplainsunitedway.com/partner-agencies.

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