6-23-2009

DARRYL BOLEN HONORED

 

Darryl Bolen has been the Chairman of the Greenville Federal Correctional Institution Community Relations Board since the prison has been in Greenville. Thursday the Commission met and honored Darryl on being selected to recently travel to Washington to receive national recognition for his work from United States Attorney General Erick Holder. Bolen said, "It was a wonderful experience. I was honored to represent the Greenville Community and Bond County." He added that the Attorney General was a very gracious and kind man and that the event was a celebration of volunteers.

HEAT WARNING...TEMPERATURES HIT HIGH 90S

An excessive heat warning is in effect for the metro east area through Wednesday night.  Highs will hit the mid-90s today with the heat index between 105 and 110 degrees.  Residents are warned to limit the amount of time spent outside and avoid alcohol and caffeine.  The Bond County Senior Center will serve as a cooling station from 9-5 Monday through Friday.

TRENTON VFW AUXILIARY COLLECTS FOR HOSPITALIZED VETERANS

 

The Trenton VFW Post 7983 Auxiliary will have collection boxes at the IGA and Dollar General stores in Trenton.  You are asked to donate personal care items such as shampoo, shaving cream, deodorant, and toiletry items.  In addition, items such as cards, workbooks, stationary, games, caps, large and extra-large T-shirts, and socks are also needed.  Donated items will be taken to Jefferson Barracks Hospital in July.

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