PIKE COUNTY, Mo. — The Angel Tree holiday gift program sponsored by the not-for-profit North East Community Action Corporation (NECAC), the Salvation Army and Bowling Green Walmart has gotten off to a great start. Pictured is NECAC CSBG Assistant Kayla Wasson restocking the tree with tags Nov. 15 after shoppers bought items for the initial eight disadvantaged children. People may select a tag and buy gifts listed. NECAC and the Salvation Army will make sure items get to the children. Angel Tree is open to Pike County, Mo., residents only. Tags do not identify recipients, but will have their age, sex and gift requests. All items must be new, but shoppers are allowed to substitute age-appropriate presents. Parents or guardians must register their children by making an appointment at the NECAC Pike County Service Center, 805 Business Highway 61, in Bowling Green. The number to call is 573-324-6633. Gifts must be purchased by Dec. 15.