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With the holidays right around the corner, everyone can benefit from Christmas cheer. 

Located at 30 Wall Street, Clark County Detention Center is no exception. 

Having previously had pizzas delivered to both inmates and staff, 2024 would be a continuation. 

Over 200 pizzas were donated, making for a successful operation for the fifth consecutive year. 

“The community came together once again, and we were able to bring 225 pizzas for the inmates and the staff,” said Dale Hatton, who helped coordinate the event. “We raised the money within two days to make the event come together.” 

The delivery, which took place on Thursday, December 19, featured containers of pizza being dropped off in the loading area of CCDC. 

Not only did a member of CCDC’s inmate work crew help with the operation, but several local figures – including City Commissioners Hannah Toole and Kitty Strode – were present to show support. 

Members of Kingdom Mission Outreach, which – though not a church – helps minister to the homeless and more, were also present. 

Pizza Hut, which has a location at 8 Carol Road, supplied the tasty treat once more. 

“I got with them, and they were excited to do it again,” Hatton added. “It worked out real [well] doing the personal pan [pizzas] because everybody has their own.” 

Over $1100 was provided to make the pizzas a reality. 

However, with each inmate and member of staff needing a drink, the community stepped up as well. 

“The drinks were provided by a local leader,” Hatton noted, with Dr. Pepper, Pepsi, and more being present. “He wanted to stay anonymous.” 

When asked what the most rewarding part of the experience was, Hatton was quick to explain. 

“Seeing the smiles on people’s faces [and] hearing from the families,” he said. “I had some of the families reaching out even before it happened. [They] said their families [are] excited that this is going to happen…[we’re] just trying to be a light every year [and] let them know that somebody cares about them, regardless of what they’re going through.”