MPB Honors Volunteers

( Jackson , Miss.) - Mississippi Public Broadcasting (MPB) recently hosted the 2006 MPB Volunteer Luncheon at Covenant Presbyterian Church, Jackson, honoring all who have volunteered their time and services to MPB and, ultimately, to the citizens of Mississippi.

With approximately 100 honored at the luncheon, special recognition was received by those who volunteered over 15 years: Sarah Reeves (34 years), Betty Cox (25 years), Frances Burke (20 years), Clara Cavett (20 years), Paul Hicock (20 years), John Fontaine (19 years), Margaret Wodetzki (19 years), Howard Nichols, M.D. (17 years), and Walter Redden (16 years).

"Mississippians are known nationally for their generosity. This fact is put to action by the people who volunteer for Mississippi Public Broadcasting. We (MPB) and the citizens across the state are most fortunate to be on the receiving end of such cheerful and unselfish service provided by our volunteers," said MPB Executive Director Marie Antoon. "To these special people, the giving of themselves is not a job but a lifestyle, and may I add, one that should be commended. I thank each of you for lending a helping hand-you brighten our days."

MPB volunteers assist during MPB's radio drive times and television pledge campaigns, along with providing their services to help with various agency needs throughout the year.

In addition, a large number of MPB volunteers donate their time through the MPB Radio Reading Service, which is in its 20 th year of existence. This service features radio broadcasts of newspapers, books and magazines for persons who are unable to read the printed word, either because of visual handicaps or because of other physical handicaps, such as the inability to turn pages.

For more event photos and information about how you can become an MPB volunteer, visit www.mpbonline.org .

C-U-T-L-I-N-E:

Receiving their certificates for over 15 years of service as a Mississippi Public Broadcasting volunteer are (Back Row: left to right) Walter Redden (16 years), Paul Hicock (20 years), John Fontaine (19 years), Howard Nichols, M.D. (17 years),

(Front Row: left to right) Clara Cavett (20 years), Betty Cox (25 years), and Margaret Wodetzki (19 years). Not pictured are Frances Burke (20 years) and Sarah Reeves (34 years).

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June 19, 2006	601.432.6683
Mississippi Public Broadcasting honors volunteers
( Jackson , Miss.) - Mississippi Public Broadcasting (MPB) recently hosted the 2006 MPB Volunteer Luncheon at Covenant Presbyterian Church, Jackson, honoring all who have volunteered their time and services to MPB and, ultimately, to the citizens of Mississippi. With approximately 100 honored at the luncheon, special recognition was received by those who volunteered over 15 years: Sarah Reeves (34 years), Betty Cox (25 years), Frances Burke (20 years), Clara Cavett (20 years), Paul Hicock (20 years), John Fontaine (19 years), Margaret Wodetzki (19 years), Howard Nichols, M.D. (17 years), and Walter Redden (16 years). "Mississippians are known nationally for their generosity. This fact is put to action by the people who volunteer for Mississippi Public Broadcasting. We (MPB) and the citizens across the state are most fortunate to be on the receiving end of such cheerful and unselfish service provided by our volunteers," said MPB Executive Director Marie Antoon. "To these special people, the giving of themselves is not a job but a lifestyle, and may I add, one that should be commended. I thank each of you for lending a helping hand-you brighten our days." MPB volunteers assist during MPB's radio drive times and television pledge campaigns, along with providing their services to help with various agency needs throughout the year. In addition, a large number of MPB volunteers donate their time through the MPB Radio Reading Service, which is in its 20 th year of existence. This service features radio broadcasts of newspapers, books and magazines for persons who are unable to read the printed word, either because of visual handicaps or because of other physical handicaps, such as the inability to turn pages. For more event photos and information about how you can become an MPB volunteer, visit www.mpbonline.org . C-U-T-L-I-N-E: Receiving their certificates for over 15 years of service as a Mississippi Public Broadcasting volunteer are (Back Row: left to right) Walter Redden (16 years), Paul Hicock (20 years), John Fontaine (19 years), Howard Nichols, M.D. (17 years), (Front Row: left to right) Clara Cavett (20 years), Betty Cox (25 years), and Margaret Wodetzki (19 years). Not pictured are Frances Burke (20 years) and Sarah Reeves (34 years).