Southern Heroes
SouthernLINC Wireless Selects 2007 Southern Heroes
A panel of judges reviewed the nominations and selected three outstanding individuals to spotlight as the 2007 Southern Heroes. They are:
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Elizabeth was nominated by herfriend Patricia Dixon. As the executive director of the Vidalia Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, Elizabeth volunteers her marketing and fundraising talents with the United Way, Toombs County Centennial Committee, Open Doors for the Handicapped, Refuge for Domestic Violence, and her local church. Most recently Elizabeth founded a support group for couples who have had miscarriages; this is the first group of its kind in the area. |
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Patricia was nominated by her co-worker Shelly Linderman. Patricia is the founder and president of the Southeast VOCAL (victims of crime and leniency) chapter. After a personal tragedy of her own, Patricia decided to make a difference in her community. She supports and advocates on behalf of local victims and their families by going to court with families and offering support a when tragedy happens. Patricia also travels throughout the state educating law enforcement about VOCAL, victims’ rights and compensation, and parole hearings. In addition to her role at VOCAL, Patricia always lends a helping hand to friends and family in her community. |
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Marcus was nominated by Jacque Whittle and her fifth grade class. Marcus is in his second year as principal at Longwood Elementary School. In his short time there, he has made several renovations to the school including new desks and chairs, the addition of a computer lab and an after school tutoring program. The students nominated Principal Chambers because he constantly provides positive reinforcement and reminds them that they can achieve anything if they put their minds to it. |
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