When I booked this
particular event I knew what kind of people I was dealing
with. Gary and I had played basketball together for years.
He's always been know as a stand up guy and could shoot the
3 as good as anybody in the state. His wife Jan Matthews, I
really had never meet, but heard good things about her.
These two individuals came up with a scholarship fund to
help those students that may not be at the top of there
class, but are far from under achievers.
This was not only a
scholarship banquet this was a worship experience. The
choir gave a selection that started it all. I started to
put down my camera and join in with the rest who were
lifting hands of praise and rejoicing in the spirit. These
19 young men and women, I don't think, were expecting this
type of celebration. Once that selection was over the
Master of Ceremony, Mr. Kenny Anderson, took the event by the
wheel. If you don't know Mr. Anderson, the one thing you
will hear about him, is that he cares about his community.
This Scholarship Fund showed me that it was truly the work
of the lord.
This gymnasium was
packed out and had many community leaders within its mist.
Mayor of Athens, School Board Officials, City Council, but
what grabbed my attention was the testimony of one of there
own. Now a lawyer in the State of Alabama. She told her
story of struggles, triumph, and more struggles before
getting where she is today. I saw how attentive the
recipients were as she told this magnificent story. It was
the perfect story for anyone that may be ready to give up.
Gary and Jan have
hearts of gold and as we were wrapping up the individual
portraits before the ceremony started. I listen to Jan
giving the recipients assurance that they could call on her
if they needed. Yes, this is serving anytime you put the
needs of others before your own. I encourage you to don't
give up, but continue to do what God strengthens you to do.
You were blessed to see the 7th year of what has been a
blessing to many kids and when you need to be encourage.
I have 19 pictures
with 19 smiles from 19 individuals that showed by being
there they appreciate you. Thanks for allowing me to be
apart of this wonderful occasion. May God bless you and keep
you is my prayer. Peace........Ron Corn
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2011 Unsung
Heroes of Athens/Limestone County are:
Carolyn Shelton - Ardmore High
Kelsey Norman - Ardmore High
Amber Leann Gentle - Ardmore High
Barry Miller - Ardmore High
Gabriella Farrar - Athens High
Ricado Leegrand - Athens High
LaTrice Jones - Athens High
Shanez Tubbs - Athens High
Ja'Kwana Collier - Athens High
Jasmine Fletcher - Athens High
Starnecia Farrar - Athens High
Henry Fletcher - East Limestone High
Eddrick Malone - East Limestone High
Tyler Malone - East Limestone High
DeMarco Rogers - East Limestone High
Whitney Lewis - Clements High
Tony Coleman - Elkmont High
Josie Williams - Elkmont High
Whitney Longmire - Tanner High
These students were selected by their school. The banquet
was held at Lindsay Lane Baptist Fellowship Hall on
Saturday, May 14, to celebrate their achievements. The theme
of this year's banquet was "Still Standing while Looking
into the Future with Hope." MTM Corporation believes
in being a cheerleader for our Youth.
Jannifer Lane
Matthews
MTM Corporation
Founder, Unsung Hero Scholarship Fund
(256) 874-2941
