Elks Lodge #1679, Sanford, NC - Three Elks lodges within the East Central Region of North Carolina joined forces to support the annual lighting of an Elks-donated Christmas tree at the Fayetteville Veterans Affairs (VA) Community Living Center. This collaboration between the lodges resulted in the donation of a live 10-foot tree, as well as refreshments for the event, which was attended by approximately 15 elderly veterans and 20 supporters. The unity of these lodges plays