Alicia Goodnite was among about two dozen volunteers making preparations Thursday for the Convoy of Hope’s arrival at the Batesville Civic Center on Saturday. A transport truck will arrive with free food to be distributed. Families can also receive clothing and a variety of free services, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. About 30 area churches are helping with the project. “I am thrilled with the cooperation we’ve received from this community,” said Dr. David Ball, local coordinator. The Panolian p