Toys for Tots helped 70 local children this Christmas. That according to local coordinator Jamie Mitchell with the Georgia State Patrol. The GSP partners with the Marines each year to provide Christmas gifts for children that otherwise wouldn't have them. Mitchell says the local effort took in about 800 new toys as well as about $2,000 in cash donations. That's down from last year, according to Mitchell, who says every donation was appreciated. Toys were distributed by Susan Locklear and Chattooga County 4-H members from Calvary Baptist Church. Michell said, "we sure do appreciate everyone's help."