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A Lee Enterprises, Incorporated newspaper. Majority shareholder: David Hoffmann, Hoffmann Media Group.

Making ends meet

• JoANNE YOUNG / Lincoln Journal Star
• Nov 25, 2006
• Nov 25, 2006
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Stacey Chekal hangs around the kitchen while her parents Serena and Mark prepare Thanksgiving dinner. The Chekals received a gift certificate to Russ's from the Center for People in Need. (Michelle Le) MICHELLE LE

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JoANNE YOUNG / Lincoln Journal Star

Mark and Serena Chekal live on $625 a month. They will rely this season on the generosity of Lincoln programs for Christmas gifts for their two children and holiday meals for their family.

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