It was another record breaking year for a local group raising funds to support organizations working with individuals with intellectual disabilities. Joe Lickteig with the Pella Knights of Columbus reports that their 2024 telethon and storefront fundraiser raised $69,000, supporting a wide range of local charities. Among the groups that received support this year were Pella Community Schools, Pella Christian Schools, Christian Opportunity Center, 818 Forward with Faith, and Iowa Special Olympics.