| Leadership graduation June 18 The organizing
team for the Leadership Marshall Class of 2009 will hold graduation on
Thursday, June 18, at Annie’s Restaurant in Holly Springs. The
participants, speakers and guests will gather at 8:30 a.m. for coffee
and donuts. Speakers invited are Chris Berryman (TVA) Dr. Michael
Waldrop (Mississippi School Board) George Gwin (Alliance Charitable
Foundation), mayors of Holly Springs, Byhalia and Potts Camp, along
with president of the county board of supervisors, Eddie Dixon. Senator
Bill Stone and Representatives Kelvin Buck, Jack Gadd and Tommy Woods
have been invited to congratulate the class members on their
accomplishments. The ceremonies include a
lunch buffet, presentation of certificates and the class DVD.
Leadership Marshall alumni, city alderman, supervisors, employers,
spouses and guests are invited. The cost is $15 each and reservations
are required by Tuesday, June 16, by calling 838-8127 or 252-2943. The
organizing team includes Janet Jolley (Marshall County Extension
Service), Amy Heaton (Holly Springs Chamber of Commerce), Larry Hall
(Marshall County), and Sarah Sawyer (Byhalia Area Chamber of Commerce.) Leadership
Marshall celebrates its fifth year. This is a six-month intensive
leadership training program. The goal is to provide Marshall County
stakeholders with leadership skills and development to lead the county
into the future. This year’s class has two projects involving youth
leadership and beautification of walking parks. To
be a participant, a candidates must be recommended by their employer,
organization or they may apply on their own. Applications are available
through the Byhalia chamber, Holly Springs chamber or Marshall County
Extension Service. The 2010 Class will have a two-day retreat in January, with monthly meetings until June 2010.
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