allyson hirst is a first-time candy donor. "a bunch of gobstoppers and nerds," said allyson hirst. they also send reading material to accompany the treats. hers read "thank you for serving our country, love allyson hirst [of] sioux city, iowa." amanda wink figures they've mailed around 150 cards in the first two years. and, it might surprise you to learn that they've never had a kid complain about trading in their candy. "not so far we haven't had anybody but we also give them juice and popcorn when they come in so maybe that helps," said amanda wink. in sioux city, sam curtiss, ktiv news four. >> that dentist's office also partnered with five elementary schools to help collect more candy, and cards, as well. after a warmer day yesterday, things are starting to cool down again. ben's in next with the forecast. and the young son of a marine killed in iraq on the day the boy was born gets to see and hear his father read to him. that story is coming up. if you think we can grow our economy while ignoring climate change, think again. america's most innovative companies are already movi