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- Written by: Michelle Scully
Our goal was to sell 100 boxes and we sold 96 in little over two weeks. People also made donations to the fundraiser without making a purchase, which was wonderful and above and beyond our expectations.
People’s enthusiasm for the idea and the kind words of encouragement expressed were very heartwarming. It was exciting to receive emails expressing support for the wonderful community efforts of the Hunger Task Force.
An unexpected bonus was hearing back from people who had received one of the boxes as a gift and who took the time to write to say that they loved the Lake County products and that they looked forward to receiving a gift box in the future!
None of this would have been possible without the generosity of all those who donated products for the boxes: Six Sigma Ranch, Vineyard and Winery, the Snyder family of Lake County Walnuts, Colleen Rentsch of Seely’s Farm Stand, Brassfield Winery, Wildhurst Winery, Randy Krag and Erika Lundquist of Round River Farm, Scully Packing Co., Shannon Gunier, Lake County Winegrape Commission and Lake County Winery Association.
A special thanks to Christian Ahlmann of Six Sigma, Mark Burch of Wildhurst, Kelseyville Rotary, C and S Waste Solutions, Lorrie Gray of the Hunger Task Force, and special “guest” packers Tammy Alakszay, Sally Evans and Mary Beth Woodard.
As always, our wonderful Lake County community responded with tremendous support and kindness. Thank you for your generosity and enthusiasm!
Michelle Scully lives in Lakeport, Calif.
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- Written by: Jan Mezoui
We are already planning on how to make next year’s plunge bigger and better.
Seven very brave plungers and almost 100 people donated close to $1,000 for a scholarship to a culinary student at Yuba College in Zino’s name. It helps to know that Zino’s memory is still very much alive.
For those who weren’t brave enough to jump in January, plan on joining us on Sunday, July 10, for a “Chicken Plunge” at 1:30 p.m.
We are open Wednesday through Monday, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., for dinners through the winter. Hope to see you soon!
Jan Mezoui is owner of Zino’s Ristorante in Kelseyville.
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- Written by: Gloria Flaherty
Their gifts and contributions certainly brightened the homes and hearts of Lake County families.
Sutter Lakeside Hospital
Hillside Honda & Toy Run
Kelseyville Lumber
Kelseyville Pharmacy
The Material Girls of Lake County, Lake County Chapter of America Sewing Guild
Lake County Fallen Riders Foundation
Shari’s Secret Garden
Ruzicka Associates
Lake & Mendocino County Division North Bay Motorcycle Association
Kelseyville Presbyterian Church
Grace Evangelical Free Church Senior Group
Connie Burnes
VIP Riviera Heights Home Owners Club
C + L 4-H Club
Thompson Toy Drive
Robinson Rancheria Casino
Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary St. Mary’s
Delta Iota Tau
In addition to all of the above, many, many folks from the community walked in to bring gifts and contributions.
The Lake County community’s commitment to Lake Family Resource Center is very much appreciated. We couldn’t accomplish what we do without it!
Gloria Flaherty is executive director of the Lake Family Resource Center in Lake County, Calif.
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- Written by: Mel Aust
As you have reported we have received a combination federal grant and loan to build the project that will fix our energy rates for the next 30 years and is estimated to save the community $750,000.
Since Congressman Thompson’s press release, our office has received numerous inquiries from Lake County businesses that are interested in building the project.
We are encouraged and excited that the solar project may help stimulate the local community and maintain Lake County jobs.
Likewise, we’re proud to be a part of a project that will eliminate the majority of energy demand for our most demanding system and will greatly reduce our carbon footprint.
We have received wonderful feedback from many of our customers and community support for this project, and we look forward with great anticipation.
Thank you, Congressman Thompson, for your outspoken support of this project.
Mel Aust is general manager of the Hidden Valley Lake Community Services District in Hidden Valle Lake, Calif.