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Extra Milers

Extra Milers
  • 05-04 extra miler wb.jpg THE EXTRA MILER: Making people better

    May 5, 2013 1 Photo

  • Dawson, Carol.jpg EXTRA MILER: Clark Memorial Hospital musicians giving it their all

    The rest of the evening was equally impressive with one hit after the other coming from a group of 12 men and two women who were clearly having a good time. Everyone in the band has a direct affiliation to Clark Memorial Hospital and they are our Extra Milers for February because they donate every penny of their proceeds to charitable organizations. It actually costs each of the members to participate in the band (gas, instrument, set-up, etc.), but that doesn’t seem to be a problem because of their passion for music and friendships. 

    February 8, 2013 1 Photo

  • 10-06 Extra Milers.Dale Doty and Cody.Trish.October 2012 .best.jpg THE EXTRA MILERS: Heroes of March 2

    October 6, 2012 1 Photo

  • Dawson, Carol.jpg EXTRA MILER: Someone who cares a lot

    Waiting backstage to surprise our Extra Miler, John Templeton (Cat in the Hat) and Ellie Delap (Gertrude) were feeling a bit nostalgic.  Both are seniors at Jeffersonville High School and this was to be their final high school performance. Standing just behind them, Donna VanHook, our Extra Miler, was doing what she has done best for at least 9 years.  She is tugging on a costume and pinning it in just the right places so that it fits properly.

    April 6, 2012 1 Photo

  • Extra Miler.JPG The Extra Milers: Teaching by example

    February 3, 2012 1 Photo

  • Dawson, Carol.jpg EXTRA MILER: The courage to say yes

    January 6, 2012 1 Photo

  • Dawson, Carol.jpg EXTRA MILER: Sisters of the Heart

    Both girls have been involved in volunteer activities for several years. Amber serves on the student council of her school and has volunteered several times in soup kitchens. Sophia loves to dance and has entertained in nursing homes on several occasions. 

    December 2, 2011 1 Photo

  • Dawson, Carol.jpg EXTRA MILER: Overcoming fear by facing it head-on

    As a young girl, I was reluctant to learn how to ride a bicycle. I was torn between wanting the wind in my hair as I hit the open road with friends and the fear of falling with a splat to the pavement. My father quickly tired of the excuses and one day sat me on the bicycle and pushed the bike forward. I fell hard and as my windblown vision seemed to be shattered, my father said, “Get right back up on that horse and ride again … it will be easier this time.” He was right. 

    September 30, 2011 1 Photo

  • Dawson, Carol.jpg EXTRA MILER: A call to duty

    I was talking recently with Mark Eddy, executive director for Leadership Southern Indiana, when the conversation turned to this column. Mark said he knew of a church full of Extra Milers. The church is the Northside Church of Christ in Jeffersonville and specifically, he mentioned two individuals he felt met and exceeded the standards set for Extra Milers. He named Michael Kidwell and Gale Dunlap.

    September 2, 2011 1 Photo

  • Dawson, Carol.jpg Harkins has touched thousands with her generosity, concern for others

     I am blessed with many best friends who have influenced my life; however, there has been one person who has influenced me the most and is the inspiration behind this column. Everything I know about loving my neighbor, I learned from Barbara Long Harkins (Barbie) … and she continues to provide inspiration to all who know her.

    August 14, 2011 1 Photo

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