Salvation Army mascot Captain Care throws the first pitch at ‘Salvation Army Night’ during the Lorain County Ironmen’s game against the West Virginia Miners on July 23. At the special night, the Salvation Army brings children from Lorain County to watch the game and have a picnic at the Pipe Yard. This is the second year the organization has hosted the event. This year, 17 kids ages 3 to 12 came to the ballpark and enjoyed a picnic dinner before watching the Ironmen take on the Miners at 7 p.m. The effort is funded by donations provided to the Salvation Army throughout the year. The main purpose is to give the kids something they can do that they may not be able to afford or think to go on their own,’ Salvation Army Human Service worker Tina Linna said. ‘We’re giving back to the community for the donations they give to us.’
