Photo by Tom MacCallum/Daily Journal Clinton McRae, Richmond County Cooperative Extension Service director, center, presents Wiley Mabe, guest speaker, Farm-City Banquet, with a basket of farm bounty with the best wishes also of Betty Wilson, left, chairman of the 2008 Farm-City Week Planning Committee. Nov 27, 2008
He has been involved in many aspects of community life in Richmond County from serving civic clubs and Richmond Community College to working with Boy Scouts of America and with organizations working for health, safety and community spirit. Presently a member of the Richmond County Board of Education, Mabe had an early career in education as an agricultural teacher before he entered the banking profession. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
(photo courtesy Shovaine Singh)"> Nov 27, 2008
Queens Chronicle - Top honors. Thursday November 27, 2008. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
With interest crumbling, Girl Guides cut the trans fat in cookies Nov 27, 2008
"That said, I really envy the Boy Scouts their Apple Day," she said. "I'd be delighted if, 100 years ago, that's what Girl Guides had latched onto.". (Globe and Mail)
In life, business, taking risks comes naturally Nov 27, 2008
I always direct my contribution to the Boy Scouts and the. The Boy Scouts made a big impact on my life and the life of my oldest son, and I want others to get the same benefit ... Watching my then 14-year-old son make it to the top of Mount Baldy at the Boy Scouts Philmont Ranch in New Mexico ahead of me. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Windsor Elementary observes Veterans Day Nov 26, 2008
The Boy Scouts presented the flag, and the Star Spangled Banner was sung. The kindergarten class led the Pledge of Allegiance. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Tattered and Torn =retired Nov 26, 2008
Jon wrote on Nov 12, 2008 10:32 AM:" I think it is possible they may not know "how" to retire a flag. Your local boy scouts or cub scouts do retire them respectfully and properly. If you have a flag that is torn please don't throw it away. A good service to the community by the scouts is in honoring Our Country and Our Flag and retiring Our Flag properly.We did just retire a # of flags last Thursday at St. Mary's. ". the guy wrote on Nov 12, 2008 10:22 AM:" "I am shocked when I see tattered... (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Scout pictured on popcorn box Nov 26, 2008
According to Vince Saia, a sales manager with Trails End popcorn, the national offices of the Boy Scouts offers the opportunities for the communities to see what the youth are doing. Approximately 1 million popcorn boxes of each flavor with the Scouts pictures are printed per year. (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
Cub Scout receives Heroism Award Nov 26, 2008
For his actions that day in February, Pearson received the Heroism Award Monday night from the Boy Scouts of America in front of a proud Boy Scout troop, Cub Scout pack and his family. "As a Cub Scout, Dylan was having fun with other kids, but was also very observant," said Mark Holtz, Northern Lights Council Scout Executive. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Chefs, students to give more than just thanks Nov 26, 2008
"We get people from throughout the community volunteering. All ages, all family members, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, parents bring the kids.". Some Aggies and community members spend their holiday serving at Twin City Mission's Thanksgiving feast. (The Battalion, TX)
HHS collects 7,992 cans Nov 26, 2008
Ames said area Boy Scouts donated about 17,000 pounds of food last month, but the rising demand nearly depleted those stores. She said School District 25 has long had a tradition of bringing in food donations, and six or seven area schools have contacted her to say they will be participating this year. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Bringing the Church to the Courtroom Nov 26, 2008
Its attorneys helped the Boy Scouts win approval of a policy barring gay Scout leaders. The group has been battling embryonic stem cell research in Missouri and won a Supreme Court stay preventing the removal of California's 29-foot Mount Soledad cross. (Yahoo News -- Church-State Issues)
This year especially, Toys for Tots needs your help Nov 26, 2008
Toys for Tots itself is a child of the Depression it originated more than 70 years ago, when Racine Boy Scouts decided to help other city children as a good deed for the holidays. The idea was advanced when the Good Fellers, a group of civic-minded members of the community, set up the funding program for the annual toy distribution. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Letters: Scouting for Food a success Nov 25, 2008
A special thanks to Kim Gregory and Kristina Gallant for coordinating this year s Scouting for Food, the Sherborn Fire Station for sponsoring us and hosting our drive, and Sherborn s Boy Scouts Troop 1 for helping to unload and sort the food at A Place to Turn. Thanks again for making this year a success, and we look forward to your support next year. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Scouts aim to pack the pantry shelves Nov 25, 2008
The Boy Scouts of America emphasizes the importance of helping others and doing a good turn daily. In the last 24 years, scouts nationwide have collected more than 32 million cans of food. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
America has always had mixed economy Nov 25, 2008
hfrmack wrote on Nov 24, 2008 5:38 PM:" Steve,I have to agree with Kramerica, BLOTD!!!You REALLY need to get out of the "city" and into the "country" and get some fresh air.We have NOT ALWAYS had a mixed economy with socialism.Most of your examples have mixed up facts in them in that most of the examples you list have only been seen in yours and my lifetimes. But only in the "city".And most of the services you list are not provided from the tax base.Armed Forces: Of course, is the constant that... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Henry Meadows Nov 25, 2008
He was active in church councils, the IOOF of Philomath, Cub and Boy Scouts. Henry s family wishes to extend great appreciation to Dr. David Grube, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Heart of the Valley and Meals on Wheels for all the good care and support over the years. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Holiday food boxes hit record numbers Nov 25, 2008
Earlier this month, Boy Scouts collected nearly 30,000 pounds of food from local residents, but financial and food donations are still short, Gibson said. We had to buy quite a bit of food to supplement (donations), she said. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
A time of need Nov 24, 2008
Ho by Andrew Mariman Javier Torres, right, and Logan Sweet, both 11, go door-to-door collecting food donations on Clinton Avenue as part of the Boy Scouts annual food drive ... Sunday, November 23, 2008 11:27 PM PST Area Boy Scouts want to make it easy for local residents to donate food ... The community does great, said Sonia Foster, a Boy Scouts of America unit commissioner and troop secretary. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Tragic past can't eclipse officer's light among kids Nov 24, 2008
He performed some volunteer work outside the station, winning commendations for his efforts with Special Olympics participants and the Boy Scouts. For many years, Thurlow earned overtime hours by agreeing to extra work on those police files that bored him. (The Palm Beach Post)
Georgia and North Carolina Teens Honored for Research in Biochemistry and Genetics in Nation's Premier High School Science Competition Nov 23, 2008
He is an Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America and dreams of one day owning his own biotech startup, specializing in personalized medicine. Mr. Guo is a Science Olympiad winner and Co-Captain of the Science Bowl and the Quiz Bowl. (PR Newswire)
Medal recipients have poignant stories to tell Nov 23, 2008
In addition to his featured appearance for the Boy Scouts, Col. Jacobs will speak at a number of schools, to the Augusta Exchange Club and to 1,000 soldiers at Fort Gordon. INCIDENTALLY, JACOBS has a brand new book out which my wife Connor and I thoroughly enjoyed. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Ankeny couple wants penguin book restricted Nov 23, 2008
-The Boy Scouts in Philadelphia had their rent raised from $1 per year to $200,000 per year for a building they had used since 1928 because of the Boy Scout policy to not allow homosexual leaders. http://tinyurl. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Worship Directory Nov 23, 2008
Sunday Worship 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.: Sacrament Meeting, 8:30 to 9:40 a.m.; Sunday School 9:50 to 10:35 a.m. Youth Night and Boy Scouts, Wednesday, 7:30 to 9 p.m.; Family History Center (Genealogy Library) Tuesday to Thursday, 7 to 9 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon. All are welcome. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Robert Farmer Cain Nov 22, 2008
He was active in Boy Scouts when Rob was young and loved to fish in the various rivers around Oregon, including the Alsea. He continued to stay up to date on the latest news until his death. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Rail trail supporters aren't giving up Nov 22, 2008
The Assebet River Rail Trial is completed in Hudson and Marlborough, and volunteers and Boy Scouts have added woodchips along several stretches of the trail in Maynard. The Bruce Freeman Rail Trail is under construction in Lowell, Chelmsford and Westford. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Local food drive kicks off Saturday Nov 21, 2008
(Editor s note: several local groups also do food drives, including the Boy Scouts and the postal service, but none county-wide. . (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
Seven Chi-Hi students honored for excelling in science Nov 21, 2008
He is also been involved with the Student Response Team, Boy Scouts, and Chippewa Valley Bible Church Youth Group. Jasper attended Christ Lutheran School for kindergarten through seventh grades. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
EDITORIAL: In this town, generosity knows no recession Nov 21, 2008
A few weeks ago, the local Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts announced that they would be collecting food donations for the local food pantry, Our Neighbors Table. The scouts, with the help of leaders and parents, delivered hundreds of bags for Amesbury residents to fill, or at least to give something. (Amesbury News, MA)
Did you sustain your prophet? Nov 21, 2008
Relocated Southerner wrote on Nov 20, 2008 10:31 AM:" I agree with the sentiments of this letter writer. You either agree with the teachings of your religion (whatever it may be) or you don't. Same goes with membership in any organization, be it the Lions Club, the Boy Scouts, or the Daughters of the American Revolution. If the organization is teaching something with which you do not agree, you have the option of stepping out, but I don't believe you should try to get the whole organization to... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
• Pat's Picks Nov 21, 2008
For evening fun, Cabaret Internationale, presented by the Snake River Council of Boy Scouts of America, features pianist Jon Schmidt at the King Fine Arts Center, 2100 Parke Ave. in Burley. A silent auction begins at 6 p.m., followed by a buffet dinner at 6:30 p.m. and the concert at 7:45 p.m. Tickets range from 25 to 75. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Earl "Butch" Graves '84 To Receive 2009 NCAA Silver Anniversary Award Nov 21, 2008
Inducted into the American Advertising Federation (AAF) Hall of Achievement in November 2002, Graves was also awarded the AAF Jack Averett Volunteer Spirit Award and the Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award from the Boy Scouts of America in 2006. He was included in The Network Journal's "40 under 40" listing in 1998. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Scout troops collect food for SUBASE Caring and Sharing program Nov 20, 2008
- On Nov. 8, Connecticut Rivers Council Cub Scout Pack 40 and Boy Scout Troop 18, pose with family and friends after participating in "Boy Scouts of America Scouting for Food." More than 45 volunteers collected bags, which were distributed the week prior, filled with nonperishable food items donated by the military community. There were 922 food items collected and dropped off to the SUBASE Caring and sharing Program, which is available to military families. (The Dolphin, CT)
Annual food drive set for Friday Nov 20, 2008
Members of the Marlin Lions Club, along with HEB, the Boy Scouts of America and KWTX, Channel 10 in Waco, will be on hand to collect non-perishable items to help those less fortunate. "We have helped collect items for Food for Families for many years here in Marlin and are proud to live up to our motto, 'We Serve'. The items donated during this one-day event in Marlin will stay in Falls County and be distributed as needed by the Samaritan, said David Lawson on behalf of the Lions Club.... (Marlin Democrat, TX)
Junior Bulls offer healthy role models Nov 20, 2008
Support a food drive by the Hemlock District of the Occoneechee Council of the Boy Scouts of America by donating a can of nonperishable food in food collection areas of local stores. The Scouting for Food Program is a part of the Boy Scouts of America's Good Turn for America Initiative. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Islamic community at odds over post Nov 20, 2008
"Other members, standing amid a crowd of youths in Red Sox T-shirts and women in headscarves, stood outside the mosque and pointed to the American flag, which was flying high.The flag came down in the spring only because it was tattered and needed to be replaced, said Nabeel Khudairi, a longtime mosque member. While being taken down, it got stuck, and the Sharon Fire Department was called in, a call the department confirmed. The hardware for the new flag didn't match, and it took a little while... (Yahoo News -- Arab and Muslim Americans)
Eagle Scout Dinner is November 20 Nov 19, 2008
As a special feature, Dr. Jim Klein, board member of the Catalina Council and President of the Otis Chidester Museum will be awarded the Distinguished Eagle Scout Award of the Boy Scouts of America. The dinner begins at 6 p.m. For more information you can email. (FOX 11, AZ)
Across the area Nov 19, 2008
The nonprofit organizations that will receive grants from the 2008 proceeds are Boys and Girls Clubs of Augusta; Child Enrichment Inc.; Julie's House; Walton Rehabilitation's Camp TBI for brain-injured children; University Hospital's Speech and Hearing Clinic; Easter Seals of Augusta; Fort Gordon's Youth ChalleNGe Academy; Junior Achievement of Georgia, Augusta District; Interfaith Hospitality Network; Community Foundation of the CSRA; Make-a-Wish Foundation; Boy Scouts, Georgia-Carolina Council... (The Augusta Chronicle)
City Manager apologizes for Election Day error Nov 19, 2008
On Election Day, Weinerman, who made news last year for her role in removing Boy Scouts looking for donations for troops from polling places, admitted the error was a specific staff error. Healy said Tuesday that he would not consider firing Weinerman over the incident. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Illini celebrate resurrection of bigoted mascot Nov 19, 2008
These former Boy Scouts based the dance on their "Indian Lore" studies of the Plains Indian tribes. The Plains Indians didn't live in the Mississippi River area; they lived on the Great Plains. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Northwood theater takes home $100,000 Nov 19, 2008
Winnebago Council Boy Scouts, Four Season shower building, $11,629. 65. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Troop One Scouts off to a strong start Nov 19, 2008
Boy Scouts begin new season. Troop One Scouts off to a strong start. (Littleton Independent, MA)
CMS West honors veterans Nov 19, 2008
The colors were presented by the Boy Scouts from troop 807 while taps was played, which brought tears to some of the veterans eyes. Student council president Ryan Sapp led the audience in the pledge of allegiance to the American flag and the Texas state flag, followed by the Star Spangled Banner and A Nation s Prayer played by the CMS West band, under the direction Joe Mehing. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Support sagging for holiday baskets Nov 19, 2008
This year, the local Rotary Club and the Celina Boy Scouts will be helping organize the event. Before Thanksgiving, residents may help with the canned food drives at area schools or drop off items at participating local church groups. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Boy Scouts hold raffle at gun show Nov 18, 2008
From left, Keith Sackett, 12, of Calera, Scott Robinson, 13, of Achille, and Logan Thrash, 12, of Durant, were among Boy Scouts at the Durant Rotary Clubs 25th annual Outdoor Sports, Gun and Knife Show who raffled off a shotgun to raise funds for camping. Article Rating. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Community gives heart-warming welcome Nov 18, 2008
The Boy Scouts sold popcorn, and the Girl Scouts sold bottled water. Delavan's fire and ambulance departments were in charge of the pork dinner, with the fire department cooking and the ambulance volunteers serving. (Pekin Times, IL)
RICHARD LITTLEJOHN: Nobody calls the Boy Scouts 'animals' Nov 18, 2008
Nobody calls the Boy Scouts 'animals', rants Barnardo's boss ... No one crosses the road if they spot a crocodile of Boy Scouts coming in the other direction. (Daily Mail)
Scouting for Food Nov 18, 2008
These bags will be placed on the doorknobs of local homes. On the following Saturday, Nov. 22, these same scouts will return in hopes of collecting each bag filled with non-perishable food items which will then be sorted and distributed to the various food pantries in our communities. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Tattered and Torn =retired Nov 18, 2008
Jon wrote on Nov 12, 2008 10:32 AM:" I think it is possible they may not know "how" to retire a flag. Your local boy scouts or cub scouts do retire them respectfully and properly. If you have a flag that is torn please don't throw it away. A good service to the community by the scouts is in honoring Our Country and Our Flag and retiring Our Flag properly.We did just retire a # of flags last Thursday at St. Mary's. ". the guy wrote on Nov 12, 2008 10:22 AM:" "I am shocked when I see tattered... (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Egg industry leader Gemperle dies Nov 18, 2008
Boy Scouts Greater Yosemite Council, Modesto ... Mr. Gemperle and his family have given millions of dollars to community causes -- Emanuel; the Boy Scouts; the Catholic Church; the United Samaritans Foundation; California State University, Stanislaus; and more ... For 30-plus years, the Gemperle family has held an annual barbecue to raise money for the Boy Scouts' Greater Yosemite Council, serving seven counties. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Honoring MetroWest veterans Nov 18, 2008
Members of the Marlborough High School and middle school marching bands led the procession, which included veterans, members of the City Council, the mayor and local Boy Scouts. They stopped at the World War II, Civil War, Korea and Vietnam memorials to lay wreaths in honor of those who served. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Bringing the Church to the Courtroom Nov 18, 2008
Its attorneys helped the Boy Scouts win approval of a policy barring gay Scout leaders. The group has been battling embryonic stem cell research in Missouri and won a Supreme Court stay preventing the removal of California's 29-foot Mount Soledad cross. (Yahoo News -- Church-State Issues)
Newington pays tribute to veterans Nov 18, 2008
Newington High School Kiwanis Key Club students alternated with the Boy Scouts, each bearing a single long-stem red rose that was placed at the foot of the Veterans Memorial Monument, which is visible from inside the hall. The roses are a time-honored traditional contribution from the Kiwanis Club, which spearheaded a drive some 20 years ago to erect the current veterans monument in Town Hall Plaza. (Farmington Valley Post, CT)
The Beverly Bee Nov 18, 2008
Then, this weekend, on Nov. 16, the Boy Scouts will return after noon to pick up the bags which they hope they will find full of canned, nonperishable items like soup, beef stew, chili, fish, meat, vegetables, fruit and baby formula. Just like last week s drive, the food will be donated to Beverly Bootstraps. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
Scouts and friends stuff stockings for troops overseas Nov 18, 2008
ROANOKE RAPIDS Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, mothers, fathers, sons and daughters, hundreds in all, showed up at Becker Village Mall on Saturday to help stuff stockings for our servicemen and women in Iraq and Afghanistan ... Two Boy Scouts from Troop 146, Trevor Brennan and Nick Edwards, were doing anything Pigford needed them to do, much like firemen running around and putting out brushfires. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Fires force evacuation in Diamond Bar Nov 17, 2008
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Fire officials say some 1,400 residents in Diamond Bar have been told to evacuate as a wildfire pushes toward multimillion-dollar homes and a Boy Scouts camp. County Fire Inspector Ron Haralson says Sunday the evacuations were in the Country Estates Community and the Country Park area. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Area agencies need volunteers to help Nov 17, 2008
Monday, November 17, 2008. - SafeNet, an agency that helps victims of domestic violence, needs volunteers. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Boys Club rises, thrives out of need Nov 16, 2008
Although the Boy Scouts of America had been in place for a number of years, Holmes said the Boys Club attracted a different type of young lad. "The Boy Scouts didn't meet every day," he said. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Frostproof scouts say thank you Nov 16, 2008
Published: Saturday, November 15, 2008 11:12 AM EST The Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts of Frostproof would like to extend their gratitude to all the people that came out and supported them during their community yard sale ... The Cub and Boy Scouts will be Christmas caroling this year at some of the area convalescent centers for the sick and elderly ... For information about donations or joining the Cub Scouts or Boy Scouts of Frostproof please contact Scoutmaster Annette Bradley at (863) 696-1098. (Lake Wales News, FL)
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SEICAA receives food donations through the annual Boy Scouts and U.S. Postmasters food drives, but this year the organization ran short. "I was completely out of food," James said. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Obituaries for Sunday, November 16, 2008 Nov 16, 2008
Nik was a member of Cathedral of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the Boy Scouts of America. Survivors include his mother, Lisa Judd; biological father, Samuel A. (Gina) Judd and their son Daunte of Fort Bragg, N.C.; biological mother, Dawn Rommes and her daughter, Natasha of. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Kids come first: During tough times, spending on children is often the hardest expense to cut Nov 16, 2008
I d give up eating out with friends if it meant my kids couldn t do Boy Scouts, Reynolds says. It s a no-brainer. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
VIDEO: Sea Scout building restoration project begins Nov 15, 2008
The building, constructed in 1941 and used by the Boy Scouts of America, was abandoned 17 years ago. The Environmental Volunteers, which offer hands-on science to over 11,000 South Bay schoolchildren, will use the recycled building as their headquarters. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Community plans benefit for one of its own Nov 15, 2008
Delavan's Boy Scouts will be selling popcorn, and the Girl Scouts, bottled water. T-shirts designed for Merla's benefit will be available. (Pekin Times, IL)
Area Food Pantries Describe Dire Situation Nov 15, 2008
That was one day before the Boy Scouts delivered canned food donations from its annual "Scouting for Food" door-to-door drive. With the added donations from Boy Scouts, the pantry was able to continue distributing food ... This year, Boy Scouts from the Osage District will drop off bags this Saturday, Nov. 15, on Franklin county doorsteps. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Will Republicans give President Obama a fair shake? Nov 15, 2008
This is absolutely not a statement that should lead you to believe that this will be like the boy scouts or the peace corp.. This will be an ARMED FORCE (KEY WORD HERE IS FORCE). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
