But despite these tough times, it makes us all proud to know Alabamians have always been very generous — even when they don't have much to spare — to help others who are less fortunate.
This week, as I've done in years past, I wanted to share with you a few stories my staff and I have heard across East Alabama.
There is never room to mention every story we all know of, but these are a few that came to my attention.
For example, just north of Wedowee in Randolph County, there is an area home to many folks who used to work at Plantation Patterns.
One of the local churches in Wadley is collecting supplies and toys for these families who are out of work.
We all pray that company will prosper under its new ownership, and hopefully rehire more of its workforce.
The Hope Clinic — VIM (Volunteers in Medicine) located at Hope's Inn in Lafayette has been serving the medical needs of the uninsured in Chambers, Randolph and Tallapoosa Counties for one year. Hope's Inn also provided Thanksgiving meals to the needy.
In Tallapoosa County, the Alexander City Lions Club provided free vision screenings for local students this year.
In Montgomery County, the Faith Crusaders Rescue Mission has served the needs of our homeless Veterans, the number of whom have increased in these tough economic times.
In Shorter, some of the local officials and the city's staff have worked hard this year to provide backpacks, school supplies and clothing to students in the area.
Also in Macon County, the sheriff has sponsored local families to make sure they have food on the table and toys for the children for Christmas.
In Coosa County, local volunteer fire departments have held toy drives and fundraisers for underprivileged families.
These are just a few of the stories from across East Alabama. Our economy may be weak, but the spirit of giving — one of the backbones of our great nation — remains strong as always this holiday season.
I hope as we enter the next decade that we can continue to help our fellow brothers and sisters in need as we weather this tough economic climate.
I wish each and every one of you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. May God bless us all this holiday season.
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