Letters and comments for August 8, 2011

Successful project

To the Editor:

A total of 46 volunteers showed up from La Grande’s First Christian Church and the surrounding community to participate in painting this year’s chosen home in La Grande for the Paint the Town project. Volunteers did prep work, painted and prepared lunch.

With such wonderful support, energy and caring and glorious weather, the project was completed in two days with plenty of friendship and camaraderie to go around.

As in years past, Bronson Lumber also partnered with us in this effort.

With this 10th year of the project completed, we now look forward to the upcoming year. Watch for our announcements in the spring to nominate a house to paint or share in the experience.

What an amazing area we live in!

Carole Hayes

La  Grande

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