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Dorothy ‘Dotty’ McDonald: Worry is a waste of her time
Dorothy “Dotty” McDonald, this month’s Hometown Hero, is a hard-working volunteer who doesn’t believe in worrying about anything.
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HOMETOWN HEROES| DAVE AND LENNA ROSE: An inconvenient opportunity
What is our response when asked for our help or see a need at an inconvenient time? Dave…
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Dr. Ric Prael has lived a life of service above himself | HOMETOWN HERO
“He’s an inspiration, as he truly exemplifies the Rotary motto ‘Service above Self,’” says Jenanne Murphy, a fellow…
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South Whidbey’s Byron and Dana Moffett, Humanitarians at home and abroad | Hometown Heroes
People who know Byron and Dana Moffett describe them as humanitarians, concerned with the welfare of all people,…
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Hometown Hero Jon Poolman aims for excellence
Jon Poolman learned early on to strive for his own personal perfection.
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Hometown Hero Ginny Mayer is known for her deeds o’ plenty
Ginny Mayer has a mission in her life, and though she says she comes up short every day,…
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Barb Strom appreciates all of life, and her neighbors appreciate her | HOMETOWN HERO
Barb Strom has an appreciation for all of life, humans, animals and nature, and is a champion good…
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HOMETOWN HERO | Don Dils turns his focus outward with everyday kindness
“I can still see him sitting on our couch even though it was over 30 years ago,” says…
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Hometown Hero is motivated by her curiosity of the world
What if people were more curious? Would it open our minds more, to be less judgmental, less fearful…
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South Whidbey student puts her heart into action
The suffering in this world can make a heart heavy. Zora Lungren feels deeply about all the sorrow…
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HOMETOWN HERO | Mastering the art of understanding
Peace in the world just may be possible. If we all seek first to understand, rather than to…
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Every job is an opportunity to serve
Every job is an opportunity to serve humanity. It’s not the job title we hold, but how we…
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A willingness to serve others
Some try to stand out, others remain prepared to stand in for others when help is needed. When…