FIRE DESTROYS HOME NEAR GALVESTON

An early morning fire has destroyed a family home near Galveston. The fire started at the residence of John and Karen Troutman on 950 South near 900 East just after 1:30 a.m. Everyone in the home managed to exit safely, but the structure was a total loss. The Troutman family is in need of some immediate things. Men’s clothing size medium and size xl shirts and pants size 30 x 30 and 42 x 30. Also men’s shoes size  9 ½ and size 10. Women’s size xl shirts and size 22 pants and also women’s size 8 1/2  shoes. The family is also in need of a home to rent until they can get their house rebuilt. If you can help, items may be dropped off at the Walton Library or Galveston Elementary School. Or, please contact Ryan Troutman at 765-437-6846.