The sound of bells ringing goes hand in hand with a long-time fundraising event to help those in need. The Lima Salvation Army kicked off its Red Kettle Campaign on Thursday as hundreds of families have signed up for assistance this holiday. Nearly 700 families, which included 1,700 children under 12 years of age, were helped last Christmas. This year's goal is $130,000, which not only helps people at the holidays but throughout the year with your help.

The bells will be ringing for another week for the Salvation Army's Christmas in July campaign.