The Great Bend Knights of Columbus presented three checks to three local special organizations recently. Included were the Storm Special Olympics team represented by Jim Boehnke; Reach Program represented by Robin Kane; and the Great Bend Recreation Commission represented by Megan Hammeke, for individuals with special needs. The money came from the Knights Tootsie Roll drive Oct. 13, 14 and 15. The checks were presented by Grand Knight David Degenhardt.