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VIRGINIA ORR was recognized for her 60-year membership anniversary in DAR. Virginia currently serves as Ocoee Chapter chaplain and Magazine chair. She has submitted original prayers to National Society Daughters of the American Revolution and to Tennessee Society Daughters of the American Revolution for new publications. Her granddaughter, Maelaina Trippett, is also a member of DAR. Last year she attended Continental Congress in Washington, D.C. As chapter chaplain, she leads the prayers in the monthly meetings and special events conducted by the chapter. Ocoee Chapter is celebrating 110 years in 2020. For more information about Ocoee Chapter, NSDAR contact ocoeechapterdar@gmail.com.
DAR Virginia Orr
Nelle Tipton
Nelle Tipton to celebrate 100th birthday
On Saturday, Nelle Pounds Tipton will celebrate a milestone. She will be turning 100 years old. She was born on Jan. 2, 1921. She grew up on the family farm in Muscadine, Ala. more
I’m 66. When Should I Claim Social Security?
Social Security Matters: I’m 66. When Should I Claim Social Security? By AMAC Certified Social Security AdvisEr Russell Gloor more
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CHRIS GOINS ISN’T WASTING AWAY during Christmas, but creating a special Christmas card for others using his immediate family as characters. He began this Christmas tradition in 2014.
'May Peace Be With You!'
Many people send Christmas cards showing their families around the tree or a snowman they built or at the decorated dining table. The Goins family sends cards of their family, too; but with a slight … more
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WYLLOW AND PAISLEY MACLAREN thank everyone who purchased pies and hot chocolate bombs at a recent sale in the parking lot at Elliott’s Boots. Money raised at the sale go toward purchasing Christmas gifts for kids at St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
Giving Berries makes Christmas special at St. Jude Children’s Hospital
Though she won’t be able to see the faces of the children, Wyllow Maclaren will know that she has made several children at St. Jude Children’s Hospital in Memphis smile this Christmas.Wyllow is … more
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Boone receives SOR Distinguished Alumnus of the Year Award
  Dr. Jerome Boone received the School of Religion Distinguished Alumnus of the Year Award during Lee University’s recent virtual Homecoming celebrations. “Few individuals in higher … more
3 moms graduate from Foundation House
Local nonprofit helps mothers in crisis find stable housing and employment Three mothers have graduated from the Foundation House Ministries program, giving them the tools to become effective, stable parents. more
TOM AND NAOMI Gibson will celebrating their 71st wedding anniversary today, Dec. 23. They have two children — Linda Tyler (John) and Doug Gibson (Punky). They have two grandchildren — Emily and Logan Gibson and three stepgrandchildren — Tammy Kaminski and John and Chris Tyler. They also have three stepgreat-grandchildren and three stepgreat-great-grandchildren.
71st Wedding Anniversary
AT THE INAUGURAL induction for Alpha Epsilon Delta are, from left, front, Bethany Riggs, Jasmine Ngo, Brianna O’Neill, and Eliza Franklin, with chapter advisor Pamela Hobbs; back, Oluchi Chukwu, Christina Endara, Rachel Dickey, Noah White, and An-drew Franklin.
Alpha Epsilon Delta inducts new officers, members at Lee
  Lee University’s Department of Natural Sciences recently launched the Tennessee Iota chapter of Alpha Epsilon Delta, a national health preprofessional honor society that encourages and … more
Navera Bridges used profits from her AIM business to buy coats for children at the Boys and Girls Club of the Ocoee Region/Sutton-Hooker Unit in Benton.
Navera Bridges uses AIM to help others
When you meet 9-year-old Navera Bridges, you can automatically feel the warmth and compassion this young girl has for helping others. more
L.C. Lynch
Lynch Receives Lee University DAL Alumnus of the Year Award
L.C. Lynch (‘97) was named the recipient of the Division of Adult Learning (DAL) Distinguished Alumnus of the Year Award during Lee’s virtual Homecoming celebrations last month. Lynch was … more
McDonald United Methodist lights its tree
McDonald United Methodist Church wanted to bring some light to the community with their beautiful tree, according to Lois Myers. They were having trouble finding someone to help them. Tim Mason, District 6 county commissioner, called Ronnie Pearson Tree Service. Pearson said, “Lets light up that community. We can do it.” more
MEMBERS of the Anderson-Quine family gather for special occasions in 1980 and 1994. Seated on the sofa in the second photo are Alton and Paulda Quine, who are surrounded by their blended family. Melanie Quine Marshall, wearing a floral-print dress, is seated on a sofa arm. Behind her in a blue and white dress is her sister, Pat Ownby.
Blended Family Memories —
Gossip among members of a local seven-sibling family is passed around once or twice a year and sometimes not.And while the same old gossip has been circulating for more than three decades, it always … more
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"Fountain of Pernes" by Jennie Kirkpatrick will be on display at the Northside Gallery Jan. 1 through March 23.
Northside Gallery hosts Winter Showcase
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Joanne Swafford, left, first vice regent, presents the Distinguished Citizen Medal to Hank Hayden, while Betsy Bassette second vice regent, center, reads his biography. ?
Hank Hayden receives DAR Distinguished Citizen award
Hank Hayden receives DAR Distinguished Citizen award more
12-20 Social Security Matters
Social Security Matters Should a Working Widow Claim Now or Wait? by AMAC Certified Social Security Adviser Russell Gloor more
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Ocoee Chapter, NSDAR, recently presented the Excellence in Historic Preservation medal to Tonya Brantley. Brantley and her son saved a mill stone from being destroyed at Taylor Spring Park. A plaque has been placed at the park detailing the rescue. The Historic Preservation Recognition Award is available for DAR members and nonmembers. It is designed to recognize worthy local individuals and groups for outstanding achievements in all areas of historic preservation, including buildings; landmarks; monuments; cemeteries; historic districts; statues; manuscripts; documents; archival materials; writing or compiling and publication of books on historic preservation projects, historical properties, genealogical and court house records; photographic collections; compiling of oral histories; serving as historic guides, interpreters or docents; or museum collections. The recipient/recipients are expected to have contributed to their community in an outstanding volunteer manner. From left are Judie Brock (Ocoee Chapter librarian); Leigh Ann Boyd (Ocoee Chapter regent); Tonya Brantley; and Helen Riden.
2020 Tonya Brantley award
Families adapt gatherings for someone with Alzheimer’s
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Christmas Tree
South East Chapter of NFB hears about Script Talk
GUIDE DOG Wiggles lays beside the Christmas tree. more
JORDAN SMITH records video with Lee University's Lee Singers in the campus Chapel.
Lee records video with Jordan Smith, Lee Singers
  Lee University recently helped produce a video of “Angels We Have Heard on High (Glory Be),” featuring singer, songwriter, musician, and Lee alumnus Jordan Smith, along with the … more
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