There are more treats lining the shelves of the Community Assistance Center (CAC) in Hays once again.

Trick-or-treaters were out last night  collecting candy for themselves.  Earlier this month, many volunteers canvassed Ellis County during “Trick or Treat So Others Can Eat,” collecting canned food items to fill the nearly empty pantry at CAC.

The final count is in, according to CAC Director Teresa Hill.

“Hays, Schoenchen, Ellis and Victoria have completed their drives, and the total is 13,131 non-perishable food items,” says Hill.

Volunteers from more than 25 organizations went door-to-door collecting the food donations.

The annual event is organized by the Hays High School DECA Club and advisor Shaina Prough.