Community Service 2011
- Community Service 2011
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Community Service 2011
One of the attributes of living in Enid and Northwest Oklahoma is the abundant pride residents have in its people, land and businesses. The 2011 News & Eagle Progress edition highlights these areas and pays tribute to all of those who make our region shine 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
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A spirit of past, present, future
Residents of Enid and northwest Oklahoma should be proud of their service, which no doubt will continue to be a hallmark of the region and a picture of pride.
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Century of service
One of the P.E.O.’s primary projects is to sponsor a scholarship for an Enid student going to college with the intention of majoring in music.
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It takes a team
“Everyone ... is dedicated to making things work and won’t give up easy.” — Jim Hartzell, city of Enid
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Snow’s purpose: Just to be there
“Naoma shoveled the snow for our first patient, and she has gone above and beyond for all our patients since then.” — Julie Nelson, volunteer coordinator for Hospice Circle of Love.
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Enid Rotary Club flavors its fundraising
Festival of Flavor, sponsored by Enid Rotary Club, raised money for two projects — one local and one international. The lion’s share of the proceeds from the event will fund technology purchases for Emerson Middle School.
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‘I’m just doing what I’m supposed to do’
“Education is the reason why I am where I am currently. It’s totally changed my status, my life. I think education’s a difference maker. I think in America it’s the great equalizer, quite frankly.” — Paul Mathis
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On the right trail
“My enthusiasm comes from recognizing that Enid needs more outdoor activities that people can do every day. Not to mention it is dangerous to ride a bike or run or walk in Enid.” — Matt Davis
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Serving Enid a Return Engagement for JWL
Enid’s Junior Welfare League began in the fall of 1930 by women who saw a need in the Enid community during the Great Depression.
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Do anything to give kids a chance
“It costs money for kids to play sports these days. Kids don’t have money to do that. We decided if kids wanted to play, they would play." — Sonny Lawrence
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