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S.M.S for 11 - 7

Posted by swolfgram on Nov 7 2021 - 9:04pm
Good evening everyone
 
This past weekend's weather could not have been better for a campout in November. I'm glad my weather machine was not on the fritz.  Thank you Mark and Luke B for taking the dreaded 130 - 4a time slot at the fire vigil.  It allowed us all to get some needed rest after a long day 
 
There will be a lot happening over the next few weeks.  If you thought we were winding down as we get closer to the new year think twice.
 
2021 Wreath sales (troop one scouts)
If you have any wreath sales to turn in, Monday's meeting is the night to do it.
If for whatever reason you can't make it in person please contact Jeff Bainbridge at 630-277-3529 or jeffreyjbainbridge@yahoo.com
 
Monday Meeting P.L.C
Colonial Cafe - Rt. 64
1625 E Main St, St. Charles, IL 60174,  6p
For the first time in a very long time we will be holding our PLC meeting at the
Colonial Cafe - Rt. 64,  1625 E Main St, St. Charles.  With Troop One and Troop Fourteen merging at the end of the month we will need to go over the new patrols and their members. We were unable to do this last week with everything going on and didn't want to delay it any further.
 
Monday Meeting C.M
Colonial Cafe - Rt. 64
1625 E Main St, St. Charles, IL 60174,  7p
Following the P.L.C we will be holding our Committee Meeting. All troop leaders and parents are invited and are encouraged to come.
 
Veterans Day Flag Retirement Ceremony
Good Templar Park, park side behind the kitchen building.
6p - 8p

Join Troop One as we observe Veterans day evening with a flag retirement ceremony.

S.M.S for 11 - 8

Posted by swolfgram on Nov 8 2020 - 9:42pm

Good evening everyone 

 
Another week has come to pass and here again is the S.M.S. I want to thank everyone that came out to the Trolley Museum this past Saturday.  It was an even better showing then I expected.  I had never been there and I have been living in the area all my life.  I know some of you had the exact sentiment too.  If you know of any locations around here that are places off the beaten path that we can go to or see please let me know and we will see what we can work out.
 
Patrol Leaders Council and Committee meeting
Our P.L.C will be held at the Campton Hills Community Center A.K.A The Station at 6p and the C.M right after that at 7p.  The P.L.C and C.M will be a hybrid meeting. In person and Zoom style just in case you can't make it out or down.  Everyone with a position of responsibility needs to attend.  I will send the link at 5p tomorrow so anyone and everyone can tune in.    
 
Wreath sale 2020
I ask everyone to keep plugging away as best as they can on our only fundraiser of the season.  Every scout should pull out all the stops and make every call you are able to.  I ran a quick numbers guess and if you sell around 250.00 in wreaths your dues for 2021 will be covered.  This is only a quick guess and I won't have the final numbers till Monday evening.
 
V.F.W fire vigil
Join Troop One in our Third annual Batavia VFW Fire Vigil Camp-out
Troop one has been invited to join 4 other troops in participating in an invitation only camping event.Troop One will be taking part in a veterans weekend recruitment camp-out.  It will be held at the Batavia VFW in Batavia IL on the 20th, 21st and 22nd of November. The campfire will start at 6pm on Friday and not be let to die out until Sunday at 8am. For Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner we will be cooking for ourselves.  Cub-scouts will be visiting on Saturday and we have the ability to get some interested in joining. We will need help tending the fire overnight and during the weekend.
Here's hoping the weather is dry.  Below are the times that we need help.

Saturday, 11/21

S.M.S for 11-12-23

Posted by swolfgram on Nov 12 2023 - 3:29pm
Good evening everyone
Soldier from the wars returning, Spoiler of the taken town, Here is ease that asks not earning;
Turn you in and sit you down. Peace is come and wars are over, Welcome you and welcome all, While the charger crops the clover And his bridle hangs in stall.
 
Now no more of winters biting, Filth in trench from fall to spring, Summers full of sweat and fighting
For the Kesar or the King. Rest you, charger, rust you, bridle;
Kings and kesars, keep your pay; Soldier, sit you down and idle At the inn of night for aye.
 

“Soldier from the wars returning”

 
Wreaths and popcorn 2023!
Wreath pickup will be on Saturday the 18th and Sunday the 19th. Please let everyone you sold to know that by the end of next week they should have their green's. Pickup location will be around Baker Church. probably in the parking lot next to the church.
 
This Monday Night: 
 
Dinner with the Legion
Veterans Hall, 311 n 2nd street
Nov 13th 6p - 7p
Join the troop this month as we dine in with the American Legion at the veterans hall.
Help serve dinner and join in the fellowship. Set-up will begin at 5:45ish with dinner to follow at 6p.
 
Troop Meeting  
Walk and Fox build:
This Monday night after the vet's supper we will be walking over and touring the Fox Build co-op building in hopes of making some new friends and working with F.B. on upcoming projects we have in the works.  
 
The troop Zelle
Need to pay the troop for something or get paid for something? We have a Zelle for that. @TRP1TREASURER
 
Cyber-Chip
EVERYONE needs this, Yes This Means You!!!!
In order for the scouts to be able to use their phones or tech on meetings or outings they need to have this certification.  The class material can be found at
This is for the high school level but is applicable for all the scouts.
 
Upcoming events / Meeting updates
Dinner with the vet's
Nov 13th
Vet's center 6p
 
Nov 13th troop meeting:
Fox build
 
Nov 18th & 19th:
Wreath pickup
 
Nov 20th Troop outing:
Scout night out 
 
Nov 27th Troop meeting:
Vet's center meeting, merit badge
 
Dec 4th P.L.C and C.M
Baker Church
 
Recruiting New Members 
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout, or someone wishing to join you as a transfer from another troop please let us know.  We all know that the only way for the troop to survive is for more people to join over the long run. If you know of anyone that could potentially be interested in joining, please have them come to a meeting, outing, camp-out or just for a visit.
 
Service with a purpose:
Casey’s Safe Haven
8N005 IL Rte 47, Maple Park, IL 60151
Casey’s Safe Haven is a 501(c)3 non-profit holistic equine rescue dedicated to healing horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules in need. We will accept equines from animal control facilities, pony ride facilities, horses being retired from lesson programs, police force, and the race track. We also accept healthy animals donated by loving owners that for reasons beyond their control can no longer provide care. Our mission is to be a part of the solution by educating the public on the responsibilities and proper care of each equine so they receive the respect and dignity they deserve as living beings.
 
Anderson Animal Shelter

For more than fifty years, Anderson Humane has been the leading animal welfare organization in our community. We have been dedicated to creating positive connections between people and animals from day one because animals make us better!  Today, we place more than 4,000 pets into loving homes each year. Our innovative programs make the healing presence of animals available to seniors, veterans, and those in crisis.

S.M.S for 11-13-22

Posted by swolfgram on Nov 13 2022 - 8:15pm
Good evening everyone
 
This week we will be finishing up what we started at last week's elections.  Position assignments, position descriptions and putting together patrol meetings.  All this and more this coming Monday. 
 
Oh and did you know that winter is coming?
 
Monday P.L.C 11 - 14 - 22, 6 - 7p
St. Mark's Church
 
We will be holding a Patrol Leader Council this Monday at St.Mark's Church.  Every scout is invited.  As we still have some patrol work to be done from last week we ask that everyone attend so we can nail down the new patrol positions.
Topics of the P.L.C will include but not limited to
* Finalizing patrol assignments.
* Upcoming events and badges
* Leadership
* patrol updates
* Wants / needs
 

November committee meeting, 11 - 14 - 22, 7p

S.M.S for 11-19-23

Posted by swolfgram on Nov 19 2023 - 7:26pm
Good evening everyone
 
If it's news it's here! If it's not news I don't have it....
 
Here's what's new this week
 
Wreaths and popcorn 2023!
Thank you to all who sold and all who helped out over the past weekend!
It's over! It's done!  That's it If you still need anything or are missing anything please let us know.  
 
This Monday Night: 
 
A zoom meeting:
We will be holding a zoom meeting to go over the details of Friday evening's Float build and Saturdays Electric light parade. We want to invite everyone and anyone to come help with the float and participate next weekend. We'll be sending out a link tomorrow afternoon and hold the meeting at 7p (ish) tomorrow evening. 
 
The troop Zelle
Need to pay the troop for something or get paid for something? We have a Zelle for that. @TRP1TREASURER
 
Cyber-Chip
EVERYONE needs this, Yes This Means You!!!!
In order for the scouts to be able to use their phones or tech on meetings or outings they need to have this certification.  The class material can be found at
This is for the high school level but is applicable for all the scouts.
 
Upcoming events / Meeting updates
Nov 20th Troop zoom:
link to be sent soon
 
Nov 27th Troop meeting:
Vet's center meeting, merit badge
 
Dec 4th P.L.C and C.M
Baker Church
 
Recruiting New Members 
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout, or someone wishing to join you as a transfer from another troop please let us know.  We all know that the only way for the troop to survive is for more people to join over the long run. If you know of anyone that could potentially be interested in joining, please have them come to a meeting, outing, camp-out or just for a visit.
 
Service with a purpose:
Casey’s Safe Haven
8N005 IL Rte 47, Maple Park, IL 60151
Casey’s Safe Haven is a 501(c)3 non-profit holistic equine rescue dedicated to healing horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules in need. We will accept equines from animal control facilities, pony ride facilities, horses being retired from lesson programs, police force, and the race track. We also accept healthy animals donated by loving owners that for reasons beyond their control can no longer provide care. Our mission is to be a part of the solution by educating the public on the responsibilities and proper care of each equine so they receive the respect and dignity they deserve as living beings.
 
Anderson Animal Shelter

For more than fifty years, Anderson Humane has been the leading animal welfare organization in our community. We have been dedicated to creating positive connections between people and animals from day one because animals make us better!  Today, we place more than 4,000 pets into loving homes each year. Our innovative programs make the healing presence of animals available to seniors, veterans, and those in crisis.

S.M.S for 11-20-22

Posted by swolfgram on Nov 21 2022 - 12:09am

Good evening everyone

And now the news for the farsighted!
Here's what's new this week.


No Monday meeting this Monday
We will not be having a meeting this Monday evening.  There are a few big updates in the Upcoming Events section so scroll down a bit to see what's new.

Troop Fundraising Opportunity
That's it! All done, popcorn and wreaths are closed!
If you still need to pick up your wreath or popcorn let us know.  The boys will be delivering them this week.
The jerky keeps going for a while so if you want some let me know.

Cyber-Chip
EVERYONE needs this!!!!
In order for the scouts to be able to use their phones or tech on meetings or outings they need to have this certification.  The class material can be found at
https://www.scouting.org/training/youth-protection/cyber-chip/grades-9-1...

Upcoming events
Parade float assembly
Nov 25th 5p - 7p,   520 Monroe Ave STC

Supplies needed:

    zip ties
    garland
    6' artificial tree with stand
    10'-20' of twine
    multiple yards of wide ribbon
    2 solar spotlights
    1 spool of floral wire

Please contact Mrs. Romano andie.romano@gmail.com or Mr. Vogel victorcvogel@gmail.com to let us know what supplies you can bring. Snacks will be provided [all allergy friendly], as well as hot cocoa and coffee. 

Polar Patio
Nov 26th, 3p - 6p
Filling Station Pub & and Grill
Holiday Music, Hot Cocoa, Marshmallow Toasting, S'mores, Watching the St. Charles Electric Christmas Parade
and Serving our community with festive Evergreen Sales & Unique Troop1 TREASURES

Holiday Homecoming
Nov 26th, 4:45p - 7:30p
5:30 p.m. is the Electric Christmas Parade down Main Street with bands, parade floats, and a special guest, Santa Claus.
We may also be suprised by troop one's very own magic elf !

Yerkes Observatory Trip, (Major update for this event)
This past week we spoke to Bill Brownell, one of the board members at Yerkes Observatory.  He informed us that because the Yerkes foundation was doing work on the observatory we would not be able to stay in the building at this time.  We are looking for an alternative location to stay at.  There are a number of places that we have left messages with and are waiting to hear back from.  We will have more information this coming week

2022 Troop One Recognition dinner and Christmas party.                                                                                                           Dec - 19th - 6-8p, Baker Church.                                                                                                                                                        Let's share a meal and have some fun.
And so very much more to come down the line.

Recruiting New Members
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout, or someone wishing to join you as a transfer from another troop please let us know.  We all know that the only way for the troop to survive is for more people to join over the long run. If you know of anyone that could potentially be interested in joining, please have them come to a meeting, outing, camp-out or just for a visit.

Service with a purpose:
Casey’s Safe Haven
8N005 IL Rte 47, Maple Park, IL 60151
https://caseyssafehaven.org
Casey’s Safe Haven is a 501(c)3 non-profit holistic equine rescue dedicated to healing horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules in need. We will accept equines from animal control facilities, pony ride facilities, horses being retired from lesson programs, police force, and the race track. We also accept healthy animals donated by loving owners that for reasons beyond their control can no longer provide care. Our mission is to be a part of the solution by educating the public on the responsibilities and proper care of each equine so they receive the respect and dignity they deserve as living beings.
 
News Around Town
Nothing new for this week.  If you know of anything going on in the tri-city area please let us know so we can talk about it.

In closing

Our Troop One email is exploremore1913@bsatroop.one

Remember to take a look at our website. (https://stcharles1.mytroop.us/front_page)

Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/bsatroopone

The troop Discord, https://discord.gg/wsF8t9qa

Look us up on Twitter @BSATroopOne. 

Our YouTube page is https://youtube.com/channel/UCpxdyqWfxUXNE2T-o4zghNg

Our I.G is https://www.instagram.com/p/CinSl3MrhJz/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Check there every now and then for updates.  As always if you have any questions let us know.

S.M.S for 11-26-23

Posted by swolfgram on Nov 26 2023 - 9:40pm
Good evening everyone
 
HI EVERYBODY!
 
Yes it's that time of the week again to do a deep dive into the scout and scouter-natural and see what this week has in store.
 
Brought to you by alcoa aluminum
 
Past weekend events and merriment 
Thank you to all who helped out over the past weekend! The float looked amazing and the green tent could have been seen from space (so I have been told) We will have any last minute pickups at the meeting tomorrow night at the vet's center.
If you still need anything or are missing anything please let us know.  
 
This Monday Night: 
 
Troop Meeting
Veterans Hall, 311 n 2nd street
Nov 27th, 7:00 - 8:15p
A slight change from what we had planned. We will be working on the cyberchip certification tonight. Y'ALL NEED THIS THING! So here it is. 
 
We will also be figuring out when our Christmas party is going to be, What the trip for December is going to be and what we are going to be doing in January for a trip and events. 
 
The troop Zelle
Need to pay the troop for something or get paid for something? We have a Zelle for that. @TRP1TREASURER
 
Cyber-Chip
EVERYONE needs this, Yes This Means You!!!!
In order for the scouts to be able to use their phones or tech on meetings or outings they need to have this certification.  The class material can be found at
This is for the high school level but is applicable for all the scouts.
 
Upcoming events / Meeting updates
Nov 27th Troop meeting:
Vet's center meeting, Cyber Chip
 
Dec 4th P.L.C and C.M
Baker Church
 
Recruiting New Members 
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout, or someone wishing to join you as a transfer from another troop please let us know.  We all know that the only way for the troop to survive is for more people to join over the long run. If you know of anyone that could potentially be interested in joining, please have them come to a meeting, outing, camp-out or just for a visit.
 
Service with a purpose:
Casey’s Safe Haven
8N005 IL Rte 47, Maple Park, IL 60151
Casey’s Safe Haven is a 501(c)3 non-profit holistic equine rescue dedicated to healing horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules in need. We will accept equines from animal control facilities, pony ride facilities, horses being retired from lesson programs, police force, and the race track. We also accept healthy animals donated by loving owners that for reasons beyond their control can no longer provide care. Our mission is to be a part of the solution by educating the public on the responsibilities and proper care of each equine so they receive the respect and dignity they deserve as living beings.
 
Anderson Animal Shelter

For more than fifty years, Anderson Humane has been the leading animal welfare organization in our community. We have been dedicated to creating positive connections between people and animals from day one because animals make us better!  Today, we place more than 4,000 pets into loving homes each year. Our innovative programs make the healing presence of animals available to seniors, veterans, and those in crisis.

S.M.S for 11-27-22

Posted by swolfgram on Nov 27 2022 - 11:23pm
Good evening everyone
 
I want to send out a tremendous thank you to everyone that helped build the parade float on Friday night and participated in the electric light parade and wreath sales yesterday.  The float team looked fantastic and the sales team outperformed expectations. Clocking in at almost an hour and ten minutes it was one of the longest parades I can remember.  All in all it was a good way to end the Thanksgiving weekend.
 
Now the news for the nearsighted reader.
 
Monday Meeting Nov 28th
7p - 8:15, Veterans Center, 311 n 2nd street
This Monday we will be deciding on a few upcoming camp-outs, meetings and the new patrol breakout sessions.
 
Troop Fundraising (the cleanup)
That's it! All done, popcorn and wreaths are closed!
If you still have payment outstanding for wreaths or popcorn please bring it to Monday's meeting.
If you are missing anything please let us know and we can see if we can get it to you.
The jerky keeps going for a while so if you want some let me know.
 
Cyber-Chip
EVERYONE needs this!!!!
In order for the scouts to be able to use their phones or tech on meetings or outings they need to have this certification.  The class material can be found at
 
Upcoming events / Meeting updates
December Committee meeting
Dec 5th, 7p - 8:30p
St.Marks Church
This December the monthly committee meeting will be on the first Monday of the month. 
 
Yerkes Observatory Trip,  Dec 9th - 11th or 10th - 11th

(Major update for this event)

S.M.S for 11-5-23

Posted by swolfgram on Nov 6 2023 - 1:20am
Good evening everyone
 
This week's letter is rather late because the writer was out of town and wanted to do the letter justice by not rushing to get something out. 
Here is the news of the week. Thank you for your patience. 
 
Recharter
The 2023 recharter is done, and he who is in is in and he who is out is gone.
 
Wreaths and popcorn 2023!
It is done, it is over, and we will have the final tally soon. 
 
Nov Election and P.L.C meeting
11 - 6 - 23, 6 - 7:45p
Baker Church
We will be holding the fall's election and Patrol Leader Council this Monday at Baker Church.
We will be holding the election first and then the new administration will be tackling the next few weeks agenda. 
 
Topics of the P.L.C will include but not limited to
* Past / Upcoming events and badges
* Leadership
* Patrol updates
* How to keep everyone up to date on what is going on in the troop. 
 
Nov committee meeting
11 - 6 - 23, 7 - 8:30p
Baker Church
The next committee meeting will be at Baker Church immediately following the p.l.c.  If you are a committee member or are a parent interested in troop business, please attend. We are searching for new members that can help staff a few areas of need for the troop.  The four areas that we are looking to staff are Fundraising, Activities, Service and Recruitment.  All four areas are vital to the troop.  Meetings of these four departments need not always meet on a Monday night and can bounce ideas via mail or phone.
 
The troop Zelle
Need to pay the troop for something or get paid for something? We have a Zelle for that. @TRP1TREASURER
 
Cyber-Chip
EVERYONE needs this, Yes This Means You!!!!
In order for the scouts to be able to use their phones or tech on meetings or outings they need to have this certification.  The class material can be found at
 
Upcoming events / Meeting updates
November the 6th:
Troop Election and PLC, 6pm Baker church
Troop Committee meeting, 7pm, Baker church
 
V.F.W. campout
Nov 10th - 12th 6pm
Batavia V.F.W.
 
Dinner with the vet's
Nov 13th
Vet's center 6p, 
 
Recruiting New Members 
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout, or someone wishing to join you as a transfer from another troop please let us know.  We all know that the only way for the troop to survive is for more people to join over the long run. If you know of anyone that could potentially be interested in joining, please have them come to a meeting, outing, camp-out or just for a visit.
 
Service with a purpose:
Casey’s Safe Haven
8N005 IL Rte 47, Maple Park, IL 60151
Casey’s Safe Haven is a 501(c)3 non-profit holistic equine rescue dedicated to healing horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules in need. We will accept equines from animal control facilities, pony ride facilities, horses being retired from lesson programs, police force, and the race track. We also accept healthy animals donated by loving owners that for reasons beyond their control can no longer provide care. Our mission is to be a part of the solution by educating the public on the responsibilities and proper care of each equine so they receive the respect and dignity they deserve as living beings.
 
Anderson Animal Shelter

For more than fifty years, Anderson Humane has been the leading animal welfare organization in our community. We have been dedicated to creating positive connections between people and animals from day one because animals make us better!  Today, we place more than 4,000 pets into loving homes each year. Our innovative programs make the healing presence of animals available to seniors, veterans, and those in crisis.

S.M.S for 11-6-22

Posted by swolfgram on Nov 6 2022 - 11:42pm
Good evening everyone
 
Thank you to everyone that came out to the 2022 VFW fire vigil.  I received a number of thank you's from the other troops and some of the vets in attendance yesterday night.  The boys put up a good show and it paid off in the end.  Something of note from this past weekend.  We had one of the windiest outings I can remember.  Just to the south of us we had a radar indicated ef-0 tornado on saturday afternoon.  luckily none of it came up by us.  we got some footage of the rain as it slammed into us, I just hope it turned out ok enough to show.
 
We have some upcoming things for you to sink your teeth into.  So let's get on with it.
 
Monday special meeting - troop elections and city council meeting
St.Charles city hall, 2 Main St, St. Charles, IL 60174
 
This Monday the 7th will be our Fall Elections and city council meeting.  At 6pm we will be holding the elections for troop positions at city hall in St.Charles.  Every position is up for grabs.  We will be reviewing the obligations of each position making sure all expectations are fulfilled.  At 7pm we will be sitting in on the S.T.C city council meeting and leading their flag ceremony.  The troop will also be receiving a proclamation on behalf of Karl Asplund the founder of troop one.
 
Troop Fundraising Opportunity
That's it! All done, popcorn and wreaths are closed!
Thanks to everyone that sold this year.  The pick-up date will be on Saturday the 19th and Sunday the 20th.
The jerky keeps going for a while so if you want some let me know.
 
Community Sales:
Sunday mornings at Baker Church "Baker Hall" 
**Wreath Sales ONLY divided between those who participate**
Popcorn & Meat Stick sales encouraged (profits-individual)
Coffee/Juice provided in the mornings
 
Helpers needed:
11/19 - 8am(ish)(*ALL Scouts Required/no sales divided*)
(Wreath Truck delivery time notification-11/18 late evening)
11/20 - 10am-10:45am (church delivery)
w/potentially more dates to come
 
Cyber-Chip
EVERYONE needs this!!!!
In order for the scouts to be able to use their phones or tech on meetings or outings they need to have this certification.  The class material can be found at
 
Upcoming events
TFC Training academy 2022
Between the fantastic instructors who lead Youth Training at Training Academy and the opportunity to work with other Scouting youth in Three Fires Council, this FREE* training for leadership positions within your Troop or Crew is second to none! Come to develop your leadership skills, learn to be a valued mentor to other Scouts with whom you work, and meet new friends, too!
 
Holiday Homecoming
Nov 26th, 5:30p - 8p
5:30 p.m. is the Electric Christmas Parade down Main Street with bands, parade floats, and a special guest, Santa Claus.
We may also be suprised by troop one's very own magic elf !
 
 
And so very much more to come down the line.
 
Recruiting New Members 
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout, or someone wishing to join you as a transfer from another troop please let us know.  We all know that the only way for the troop to survive is for more people to join over the long run. If you know of anyone that could potentially be interested in joining, please have them come to a meeting, outing, camp-out or just for a visit.
 
Service with a purpose:
Casey’s Safe Haven
8N005 IL Rte 47, Maple Park, IL 60151
Casey’s Safe Haven is a 501(c)3 non-profit holistic equine rescue dedicated to healing horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules in need. We will accept equines from animal control facilities, pony ride facilities, horses being retired from lesson programs, police force, and the race track. We also accept healthy animals donated by loving owners that for reasons beyond their control can no longer provide care. Our mission is to be a part of the solution by educating the public on the responsibilities and proper care of each equine so they receive the respect and dignity they deserve as living beings.
 
News Around Town
Nothing new for this week.  If you know of anything going on in the tri-city area please let us know so we can talk about it. 
 

In closing