The annual Pine River State Bank school supply drive drew in 95 backpacks worth of donations for students in Pine River-Backus, Pillager, Crosby-Ironton, Remer and Nowthen.
The drive wrapped up Aug. 12 after approximately one month of collecting supplies ranging from pencils and highlighters to disinfecting wipes and scissors. Monetary donations were also included.
Donations amounted to over $4,100 in value. Collections were taken at all branch locations with customers having the option to designate their donation to a specific school district.
