Teal pumpkins signal allergy-safe treats for Abilene trick-or-treaters

Some Abilene porches had teal pumpkins this Halloween as part of the Teal Pumpkin Project, which helps kids with food allergies join in trick-or-treating.

The project is run by Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE). A teal pumpkin out front tells families the house has non-food treats, such as stickers, bubbles or small toys, along with candy.

Families can still give out regular candy. The idea is just to keep a separate option available.

A local participant said it costs very little and lets every kid feel included, whether they're very young or have a real medical allergy.