Arlington Christmas Volunteers Recognized at Volunteer Dinner
28/02/2012

<p>Last Thursday, we recognized the many wonderful volunteers who helped with 
our red kettle campaign and Angel Tree program this past Christmas season. 
Numerous awards were presented at a special Doing the Most Good dinner held at 
the Arlington ISD Development Center.</p>
<p>The mayors of the Arlington/Mansfield area, Robert Cluck of Arlington, David 
Cook of Mansfield, Melody Paradise of Pantego,Michael Tedder of Dalworthington 
Gardens, and Brian Lankhorst of Kennedale-were recognized for their efforts 
during last year's "Mayoral Challenge." The challenge involves all five mayors 
competing to see who would raise the most amount of money for our red kettle 
campaign. With $13,305.72, Mayor Cluck of Arlington was declared the winner.</p>
<p>Captains Abby and Andy Miller of The Salvation Army in Arlington also 
recognized the Thomas family, who got back on their feet with The Salvation 
Army's assistance. When Darnell, the father, lost his job, the family became 
homeless. After staying at our family shelter in Arlington for six months, 
Darnell and his wife, Rose, found employment, secured an apartment and now live 
on their own again.</p>
<p>We're proud of each and every volunteer that participated during the 
Christmas season. Our work would not be possible without their dedication and 
effort. We're also grateful for the mayors who have shown their strong support 
towards The Salvation Army and its Christmas programs.</p>
<p><br /><em><strong>See more pictures of the Volunteer Dinner at our <a href="http://on.fb.me/VolRecognitionArlington" target="_self">Facebook 
Page!</a></strong></em></p>
<p><br /><img src="/images/uss.www_uss_dallasac/volunteerdinnerarlington0001.jpg" alt="1" /><br /><em><strong>For the Eliza Shirley Youth Achievement Award - Nolan 
Catholic High School.</strong></em></p>
<p><em><strong>Captain Andy Miller (left), with Mansfield Mayor David Cook 
(right) and members of Nolan Catholic High School's National Honor 
Society.</strong></em></p>
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<p><img src="/images/uss.www_uss_dallasac/volunteerdinnerarlington0005.jpg" alt="1" /><em><strong>For Organizations of the Year - Samaritans Sunday School 
Class of First United Methodist Church.</strong></em></p>
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<p><em><strong>For Mayoral Challenge Winner: Arlington Mayor Robert Cluck<br /></strong></em></p>
<p><em><strong>From left: Pantego Mayor Melody Paradise, Dalworthington Gardens 
Mayor Michael Tedder, Arlington Mayor Robert Cluck, Mansfield Mayor David Cook, 
Kennedale Mayor Bryan lankhorst, and Captain Andy Miller.</strong></em></p>
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<p><em><strong>Special Family Recognition - The Thomas Family.</strong></em></p>
<p><em><strong>From left: Arlington Advisory Council Chair Dixon Holman, Rose 
Thomas, Darnell Thomas, Shakee Thomas, and Captains Andy and Abby Miller of The 
Salvation Army in Arlington.<br /></strong></em></p>