POLAND, Ohio (WYTV) -- Tyler Hanes turned his COVID-19 pandemic hobby into a community attraction that has helped him donate thousands to local organizations.

Although admission is free, Hanes has been able to donate almost $12,000 for Squeaky Wheel Theatre, a program for those with special needs in Columbiana County, through Ty's Pumpkin Walk walkers' donations.

Ty's Pumpkin Walk began in Hanes' backyard in Poland and now has over 800 foam pumpkins on display.

"It's mind-boggling because it's not just us doing this thing; it's the entire community coming together, not just to see a fun pumpkin display, but they're reaching into their pocket and paying it forward to another organization," Hanes said about the community's support.

Over the years, the foam pumpkin patch has significantly

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