It was anything but a quiet night in Arlington as crowds packed into the second annual Mission Joy Toy Drive, an event aimed at filling the Mission Arlington Christmas Store with gifts for families who otherwise may not see presents under the tree this year.

Mission Arlington founder Tillie Burgin said she walked into the Christmas store early Tuesday to find the shelves nearly empty. By evening, donations were pouring in.

"Well, this morning at 7:00, I went into the Christmas store, and the shelves were sort of empty," Burgin said. "We just really prayed that God would provide. And tonight, to see the outpouring of gifts and the unity of this city and the school — it shows there is love in this world."

The toy drive is run in partnership with Arlington ISD. Superintendent Matt Smith

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