How to Plan for the 2024 Red River Rivalry; What to Know Before You Go
October 10, 2024 – State Fair or Texas – A time-honored tradition at the State Fair of Texas, the Allstate® Red River Rivalry between the University of Texas Longhorns and the University of Oklahoma Sooners, has been played at the State Fair since 1929 – making 2024 the 95th consecutive neutral ground showdown. As of 2024, these two esteemed schools are now housed under the NCAA Southeastern Conference (SEC), making for an even more anticipated match up after being named the top rivalry matchup in the SEC after conference realignment. With a 2:30 p.m. Central Time kick-off, THE STATE FAIR IS URGING FANS TO ARRIVE EARLY to make sure they have plenty of time to go through security, not only into the fairgrounds but also into Cotton Bowl® Stadium for the game, and enjoy the State Fair of Texas along the way. The State Fair is also urging fans to be aware of updated safety and security measures – including a new bag policy – for the State Fair of Texas® and the Clear Bag Policy for Cotton Bowl Stadium by visiting BigTex.com/KnowBeforeYouGo.
COTTON BOWL STADIUM RENOVATIONS
The single largest investment in Cotton Bowl Stadium’s history – an estimated $140-MILLION, TWO-YEAR RENOVATION PROJECT – is currently underway that honors the Stadium’s celebrated legacy and distinctive architecture with sweeping enhancements, elevating the fan experience. While visiting the State Fair of Texas and attending the Allstate Red River Rivalry this year, you will notice that Cotton Bowl Stadium is currently undergoing these exciting renovations. While these upgrades promise to elevate future events, we appreciate your understanding as we work through the construction phase. Please keep an eye on signage to ensure a safe and smooth experience during your visit. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we create an improved experience for all fans.
Improvements to Cotton Bowl Stadium include widening concourses and adding escalators, increasing fans’ comfort level while entering and exiting the stadium. This will also include renovations to concessions and restrooms, plus increasing the number of hospitality areas and premium environments, which will enhance the speed of service for fans during events. The first phase of renovations to the west side of the stadium is to be completed by September 2025. The city is also scheduled to finish a second phase of significant renovations to the east side of the stadium by September 2034.
The University of Texas and the University of Oklahoma have agreed to a contract extension with the City of Dallas and the State Fair of Texas that will keep the historic Allstate Red River Rivalry football game at the Cotton Bowl during the State Fair of Texas through 2036.
NEW TRADITION
Introducing a vibrant new tradition to the State Fair of Texas: the RED RIVER RIVALRY FLAG! In addition to the lights on the Top o’ Texas Tower and decorative lighting throughout the fairgrounds – like those shining on the Hall of State, Tower Building, and along Nimitz Dr. and First Ave. – fairgoers can now marvel at the massive flag featuring the previous year’s winner of this iconic college football rivalry, proudly displayed on the State Fair Midway near the 500-foot-tall Top o’ Texas Tower. This dynamic tribute celebrates the fierce competition between the University of Texas Longhorns and the University of Oklahoma Sooners and celebrates the bragging rights of each year’s winner. Depending on the outcome of the 2024 game, the flag for the winning team will be raised after the game – around 6:30 p.m. Join us in honoring the spirit of rivalry and college football fan pride. Leading into the game the following year, the prior year’s winning flag will be displayed ahead of the game until a new winner is crowned with the historic Golden Hat Trophy. Keep an eye out for the flag each year to see who reigns supreme!
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Below are a few reminders for those attending the game at the State Fair of Texas on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2024. All times are Central Time.
- Due to a 2:30 P.M. LOCAL KICK-OFF, larger crowds may already be out enjoying the Fair, so plan your travel to the fairgrounds accordingly.
- THE STATE FAIR OF TEXAS WILL OPEN EARLY – AT 7:00 A.M. – to allow fans to arrive and enjoy the Fair before game time, so plan your travel to the fairgrounds accordingly.
- All game tickets include admission to the most iconic pre-game party of the year on game day, the State Fair of Texas!
- As a reminder, your game ticket will be your ticket to enter the State Fair and Cotton Bowl Stadium. Be sure to download your game tickets and save them to your phone before arriving at the fairgrounds in case of any connectivity issues due to the large crowds.
- OPENING AT 7:00 A.M.:
- State Fair Will Call opens at 7:00 a.m. The Will Call booth is located just outside of the fairgrounds at 816 S. Second Ave., across from the Music Hall at Fair Park.
- Official State Fair parking lots are located at Gates 2, 5, 6, 8, 10, 11, 13, and 15. All gates will open at 7:00 a.m.
- The Fair encourages fans to take exit 48A towards Haskell Avenue off I-30 for quicker parking lot access.
- Rideshare (taxi, Uber, Lyft, Alto, etc.) drop-off and pick-up will be located at Gate 1, which is located at Gurley Ave & S. Haskell Ave. (4200 block of Gurley Avenue).
- Coupon Booths and Online Coupon Pick-up Centers will open at 7:00 a.m.
- Purchase coupons ahead of time at BigTex.com and skip the long lines. Pick up your coupon orders at a Hospitality Center instead of a Coupon Booth. Be sure the original purchaser is present, as well as the matching driver’s license and credit card used on the order. Guests will not be able to redeem their coupon vouchers if all requirements are not met.
- Hospitality Centers and Information Booths will open at 7:00 a.m.
- OPENING AT 8:00 A.M.:
- Outdoor concessions, in addition to concessions inside the Tower Building Food Court, will open at 8:00 a.m.
- The State Fair of Texas Midway will open at 8:00 a.m.
- SEC NETWORK: The State Fair of Texas is thrilled to welcome the SEC NETWORK LIVE FROM THE RED RIVER RIVALRY for the first time. Fans can join the audience in front of the HALL OF STATE INSIDE THE STATE FAIR OF TEXAS on FRIDAY AFTERNOON FOR THE PAUL FINEBAUM SHOW STARTING AT 2:00 P.M. and on SATURDAY MORNING FOR MARTY & MCGEE STARTING AT8:00 A.M. followed by SEC NATION STARTING AT 9:00 A.M., all Texas time. Fans are urged to arrive early.
- To kick off the weekend, on Friday, October 11, The Paul Finebaum Show presented by Johnsonville celebrates #FinebaumFriday from 2:00-6:00 p.m. CT from the SEC Nation set in front of the Hall of State inside the State Fair of Texas, as well as on SEC Network and ESPN Radio.
- Marty & McGee presented by Old Trapper starts your Saturday, October 12 at 8:00 a.m. CT from the same site location at the State Fair of Texas and network, as well as on SEC Network and ESPN Radio.
- SEC Nation presented by Regions Bank will be at the State Fair of Texas on Saturday, October 12 from 9:00-11:00 a.m. CT as well as on SEC Network and is available for streaming through the ESPN App.
- Fans may bring flags and signs that celebrate the Red River Rivalry for this live show through State Fair gates up until 9:00 a.m. No vulgar signs, .com, .net, .org, political, or religious signs are allowed. They must be discarded in a trash receptacle after the show before enjoying the Fair and/or entering Cotton Bowl Stadium. The State Fair of Texas reserves the right to confiscate and discard inappropriate signage.
- For more details on sign regulations for SEC Nation, please visit https://www.secsports.com/championships/sec-nation#faq.
- OPENING AT 9:00 A.M.:
- All exhibit buildings, outdoor exhibits, and indoor concessions (except the Tower Building, which opens earlier) will open at 9:00 a.m.
- OPENING AT 12:30 P.M.
- Gates to the Cotton Bowl will open at 12:30 p.m. Beat the crowds and enter the stadium early for pre-game excitement. Concessions stands inside the stadium will be open.
- Cotton Bowl Stadium is being renovated to improve the overall fan experience, so please look for special directional signage throughout the grounds to assist with guiding you to your gate into the stadium. While you won’t notice many changes to the fan experience this year, the work done so far is to prep for updates to be made over the next year ahead of the 2025 Allstate Red River Rivalry.
- Cotton Bowl Gates A, C, G, and L will have the highest capacity.
- BARSTOOL SPORTS: The State Fair of Texas is excited to welcome the Barstool College Football Show LIVE from the Red River Rivalry for the first time. Fans can join the audience for the BARSTOOL COLLEGE FOOTBALL SHOW hosted by Kayce Smith, Dave Portnoy, Dan Big Cat Katz, and Brandon Walker, with Big Ev, on the State Fair Midway – near the Top o’ Texas Tower on the Thrillway portion of the Midway – AT 12:30 P.M. TEXAS TIME.
- Gates to the Cotton Bowl will open at 12:30 p.m. Beat the crowds and enter the stadium early for pre-game excitement. Concessions stands inside the stadium will be open.
- We remind all fans and fairgoers to stay hydrated and apply sunscreen throughout the day.
- For the safety of all game attendees, a clear bag policy is in effect for all events at Cotton Bowl Stadium within Fair Park. Visit BigTex.com/Football for more details.
- DART trains and buses will become more crowded as game-time approaches and at locations closer to Fair Park. For DART schedules, visit DART.org/StateFair.
- All guests will be screened for weapons as they enter the State Fair. Bags, purses, coolers, and similar containers are screened as well and subject to search. Please read any signage and listen to gate attendants for directions upon entry.
- A Clear Bag Policy is still in effect for football games inside Cotton Bowl Stadium.
- There is a NEW bag policy for the State Fair of Texas, which includes no bags or coolers larger than 9”x10”x12”.
- We encourage all guests to read the Fair’s Guest Code of Conduct before entering the grounds, visit BigTex.com/CodeofConduct.
- For a list of items allowed and not allowed at the Fair, visit BigTex.com/FAQ.
- For a list of prohibited items inside the Cotton Bowl, visit BigTex.com/Football.
- After the game, stick around to enjoy the fun and attractions the State Fair of Texas has to offer.
- Catch Keegan McInroe & Band on the Bud Light Stage in front of Cotton Bowl Stadium
- Enjoy fireworks at the Mattress Firm Illumination Sensation at 8:00 p.m. along the Esplanade or see Dingos Rock & Roll perform at 8:00 p.m. on the Yuengling Flight Stage in the Grove on Nimitz.
- Headliner St. Paul and the Broken Bones performs on the Chevrolet Main Stage on Lone Star Boulevard at 8:30 p.m.
- The State Fair Midway is open on Saturday until 11:00 p.m.
- Note: Buildings close at 9:00 p.m., except the Tower Building, which closes at 10:00 p.m.
- For safety reasons, due to the anticipated large crowd, the nightly Kroger Starlight Parade will not occur on Saturday, October 12.
- For a map of the fairgrounds, visit BigTex.com/Map.
- For a full schedule of events, visit BigTex.com/Schedule.
- For a list of locations on the fairgrounds to watch the game, visit BigTex.com/WatchParty.
- For a list of Red River Rivalry-themed foods, visit BigTex.com/RRRFood.
All game tickets include admission to the State Fair of Texas. With more than 100 things to do every day, all included with admission, the State Fair of Texas is the best tailgate experience of the year. The 2024 State Fair runs through Sunday, October 20.
Paxton Reaches $3.5 Million Settlement in Marriott’s Customer Data Breach
October 10, 2024 – Attorney General Ken Paxton has secured a settlement with Marriott International, Inc., that resolves an investigation into a breach of one of the company’s reservation databases.
The breach exposed 131 million guest records pertaining to customers in the United States and these records included contact information, gender, dates of birth, legacy Starwood Preferred Guest information, reservation information, and hotel stay preferences, as well as a limited number of unencrypted passport numbers and unexpired payment card information.
The Agreed Final Judgment entered in this case includes comprehensive injunctive terms to strengthen Marriott’s data security practices. Marriott’s information security program includes new overarching security program mandates, such as incorporating zero-trust principles, regular security reporting to the highest levels within the company including the Chief Executive Officer, and enhanced employee training on data handling and security.
“Texas law is clear that companies in possession of Texans’ personal information have a duty to safeguard that data,” said Attorney General Ken Paxton. “Given the frequency of cyberattacks today, it is simply unreasonable for companies to lack a comprehensive risk-based data security program. Through this settlement, customers will be much better protected. I will continue to fight for our citizens’ privacy and data security.”
Marriott will also make a $52 million payment to the 50 states participating in this settlement, including $3.5 million to the State of Texas.
Governor Abbott, Texas State Leadership Announce $50 Million For Hurricane Beryl, Derecho Debris Removal
October 10, 2024 – Austin, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, Speaker Dade Phelan, Comptroller Glenn Hegar, Senate Finance Committee Chair Joan Huffman, and House Appropriations Chair Dr. Greg Bonnen today announced the approval of $50 million to help Texas communities with debris removal across disaster-declared counties impacted by Hurricane Beryl and the Derecho Storm that hit Houston in May 2024. Working with Comptroller Glenn Hegar, this emergency funding is made available from the General Revenue (GR) Account 549, the Waste Management Account, to be used for previous and current debris removal costs and similar activities.
“As Southeast Texas recovers from devastating severe weather this summer, Texas continues working to support local communities as they rebuild and move forward from Hurricane Beryl and the Derecho Storm,” said Governor Abbott. “As many across the country experience a lack of and delayed funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Texas is providing $50 million in emergency funds to assist impacted communities in their ongoing efforts to remove debris. I thank my legislative and state partners for helping to quickly make these funds available for our fellow Texans. Working together, Texas will ensure that our communities have the necessary resources to prepare, respond, and recover from severe weather.”
“Hurricane Beryl and the Derecho left several counties with extensive debris removal costs, so as Legislative Budget Board Co-Chair, I fully support making funds available to help pay these costs,” said Lieutenant Governor Patrick. “In the wake of natural disasters, Texans know best how to help Texans. This money will ease the burden for our neighbors across the affected areas in East and Southeast Texas, and the Houston area.”
“The State of Texas is stepping up in the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl and the Derecho to provide meaningful support as Houston and other impacted communities, including some within my district in Southeast Texas, continue to recover,” said Speaker Phelan. “Texans affected by these recent natural disasters face overwhelming challenges as they remove debris from their communities, and this funding will go a long way to help rebuild their homes and businesses. I want to thank Governor Abbott, Texas emergency management officials, and our local and state partners for their tireless work addressing the needs of those impacted. We stand ready to ensure all affected communities have access to these funds in an expeditious manner.”
“In the aftermath of storms like these, questions about funding can lead to significant delays in recovery efforts and timelines,” said Comptroller Hegar. “These delays can have disastrous long-term ramifications for local and regional economies. I am proud to work with Governor Abbott and legislative leadership to ensure these communities have the resources they need to navigate the difficult road to full recovery and get Texans, their families, and their businesses back on their feet.”
“The State of Texas is stepping up to provide immediate financial assistance to our communities recovering from Hurricane Beryl and the Derecho Storm,” said Senator Huffman, Chair of the Senate Finance Committee. “Our state will continue to maintain a balanced budget and conservative fiscal policies to ensure that we can support our communities when they need it most.”
“As a representative of a coastal community that has faced the devastation of hurricanes firsthand, I know how critical immediate recovery efforts are for local families and businesses,” said Dr. Bonnen, Chair of the House Appropriations Committee. “Once again, Texas is stepping up to fill the void left by the federal government’s delays, ensuring our citizens get the help they need to rebuild and move forward.”
In most cases, cities and counties in impacted areas are responsible for costs associated with debris removal until federal aid is available to reimburse a portion of those expenses. With a lack of available funding at the Federal Emergency Management Agency and delayed reimbursements for eligible expenses, the State of Texas has taken immediate action to provide critical assistance to impacted communities across 122 counties and help alleviate the burden as they continue to rebuild.
The funds announced today for debris removal will be administered by Texas Division of Emergency Management with assistance from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
What’s Coming up at the Sulphur Springs Senior Center; Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey
On the latest episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey, Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Activity Center Coordinator, Dawna Pryor, sat down with John Mark to discuss what was coming up at the Senior Citizens Activity Center. The two chat about the game Left Center Right, the Center’s version of a Stew Cookoff, Halloween, and so much more. Check out the video below.
CEA Lisa Sprague Chatted with John Mark Again on this Second Cup Of Coffee
On this episode of A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey, Texas A&M AgriLife CEA Lisa Sprague from Delta County sat down with John Mark again. The two discussed the “Walk Across Texas” Program, Fall Festival, and much more. Be sure to give it a view and see what you learn. Enjoy!
ERCOT Redesigns Mobile App to Enhance User Experience
October 9, 2024 – Austin, TX – Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc. (ERCOT) today announced the release of the newly enhanced ERCOT mobile app. The mobile app was redesigned to empower users with easy access to transparent, reliable, and real-time information on ERCOT grid conditions and operations.
“We are committed to providing reliable information on real-time grid conditions and operations that is easily accessible to all stakeholders, including the public,” said Gilbert Hughes, ERCOT Vice President, Public Affairs. “This redesign highlights that commitment. By integrating feedback from our various stakeholder groups, we have improved our app’s experience.”
Based upon extensive Market Participant (entities that participate in the ERCOT wholesale market) and public feedback, the new mobile app enhancements include improved navigation, added and expanded interactive ERCOT dashboards, a week-ahead calendar of ERCOT meetings, the ability to customize the home screen, dark mode, and the addition of educational videos explaining ERCOT’s dashboard features.
Informative welcome screens now assist new users as they navigate through the mobile app’s features.
To use these new features, current ERCOT mobile app users will need to update their app to the latest version when prompted by their device.
The ERCOT mobile app is available for download on iOS devices via the Apple App Store, and on Android devices at the Google Play Store. Read the Market Notice for more information.
Texas A&M-Commerce Name Change Still a Possibility
October 9, 2024 – After much resistance over the past several months about a possible name change of the nearby campus, that possibility of a change of the name is still being offered by the university president, Dr. Mark Rudin. The A&M System seems determined to make a change and remove “Commerce” from the name as some believe that the name of the city is confusing to those outside East Texas. The explanation by some is that some future students may not consider the local university as they may think that the word “commerce” pertains to the academic focus of this particular campus similar to words like colleges that contain the word “technical”.
As it seems the A&M System Regents Board wish to move forward on a name change, current A&M Commerce president Dr. Mark Rudin emailed the university community indicating his recommendation to the Board of Regents to change the name to “East Texas A&M University”. Rudin’s message said he’s requesting that the Texas A&M University System Board of Regents consider adding the change to the agenda of its next regular meeting, Nov. 6-8 in College Station. Rudin said that if the proposal makes it onto the agenda, a vote would occur on Nov. 7.
This information should be a welcome relief to those involved as the campus name has always included “East Texas” since its inception as East Texas Normal College in Cooper, TX in 1889. As the name changed several times over the years and always including “East Texas” finally settling on East Texas State University for it’s longest period before merging with the Texas A&M system in 1996.
Earlier this year, a proposal to rename the university Texas A&M University-Dallas was leaked in June and was acknowledged by the university in July. Public response was mostly negative and led to the idea being dropped in August.
Below is the text from the email sent out by Dr. Rudin sent October 7, 2024.
Dear Lion Family,
Our university has experienced exceptional growth and campus expansion over the past several years. It is evident from our record enrollment in the Fall 2024 semester that we serve a large geographic area in the state, providing our students with robust wrap-around services and offering academic programs that enable them to build solid careers and better lives.
Despite these successes, our university is preparing for a challenging future due to a significant decline in the traditional college-aged population in Texas and across the nation beginning in the fall of 2025. Further, Texas colleges and universities in our area are experiencing unprecedented competition from out-of-state institutions that are heavily recruiting in our backyard. Many are even establishing physical offices in our region to promote their universities. These developments are weighing on the minds of higher education leaders here and across the country.
In order to sustain the positive momentum we have achieved in recent years, we must strengthen our university’s identity. To do so, we must increase our visibility and reinforce our mission to serve the rural and urban educational needs of our region.
As you know, we have had many discussions about a proposed name change to help us with this challenge. I continue to hear from students, faculty, staff, alumni and Lion supporters who are actively advancing a number of names for consideration.
The collective sentiment is to change our institution’s name to East Texas A&M University. This choice not only broadens our regional, national and international identity but also reconnects us with our historical roots: “East Texas,” which was part of our university’s name until 1996.
For all of the reasons I mentioned above, and in the interest of transparency, I am announcing here that I will formally request that The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents consider changing our university’s name from Texas A&M University-Commerce to East Texas A&M University.
The consideration process will include the following steps:
· I will submit a letter to Chancellor Sharp requesting that the name change proposal be included as an agenda item at their upcoming meeting, held on November 6-8, 2024.
· I will also submit a request for financial support from The Texas A&M University System for costs associated with the name change. Note that the System has indicated their willingness from the beginning of this process to help with any expenses associated with a name change.
· If accepted as an agenda item, the name change proposal will be added to the Board of Regents’ official agenda approximately one week before the meeting.
· If the name change is on the agenda, the Board of Regents will vote on the proposal on November 7, 2024.
If the Board of Regents approves the name change, it will take effect immediately upon the vote. However, we will request a six- to eight-month grace period to ensure a smooth transition, allowing us to make requisite branding changes.
I recognize there will be questions associated with this proposed name change. We’ll keep you updated as we move forward with this initiative.
Thank you for your support of our university.
Warm regards,
Mark Rudin
President
Concert and Authentic Mexican Food on Saturday at 1PM
October 9, 2029 – Come out and help Jesus Es El Camino celebrate the continued construction of their new Worship Center. There will be Christian Music and plenty of mexican food. Be sure to try the hand made Garnaches. Proceeds go to the building fund.
It all happens in Saltillo on Saturday October 12, 2024 starting 1PM.
Governor Abbott Announces 9th Annual Texas HireAbility Campaign
October 9, 2024 – Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities is partnering with the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) for the ninth annual Texas HireAbility campaign to raise awareness about the benefits of hiring people with disabilities. The Governor also issued a proclamation declaring October 2024 as Disability Employment Awareness Month in Texas.
“Each October, we celebrate Texas’ diverse workforce that employs nearly two million Texans with disabilities across our state and helps power our strong economy,” said Governor Abbott. “Texas is the land of opportunity where anyone can succeed. Only in Texas can a young man have his back broken in half and rise up to become Governor of the greatest state in the nation. Through Disability Employment Awareness Month and Texas HireAbility, we will build a bigger, better Texas for everyone who calls our great state home.”
“The Texas Workforce Commission supports Texans of all abilities,” said TWC Chairman Bryan Daniel. “Initiatives like the Texas HireAbility campaign help Texans with disabilities and employers maximize their success in the Texas workforce.”
“The strength of the Texas workforce depends on the diversity, skills, and talents of all Texans,” said TWC Commissioner Representing Labor Alberto Treviño III. “TWC supports career pathways to empower individuals of all abilities with opportunities to find meaningful careers and energize the Texas economy with their talents.”
“Being inclusive is important because we have a diverse community in Texas, and our workforce should reflect that,” said TWC Commissioner Representing Employers Joe Esparza. “Initiatives like Texas HireAbility encourage employers to partner with the Texas Workforce Commission to strengthen their outreach and accommodations for people with disabilities.”
The Texas HireAbility Employer Forum on October 30, 2024 at the Dallas College Cedar Valley Campus will share the latest practices in accessibility and disability inclusion with employers. The Forum also features the Lex Frieden Employment Awards to recognize individuals and businesses that make significant contributions to advancing disability inclusion.
Through Texas HireAbility, TWC and its partners will participate in events across the state in October to promote awareness about disabilities. Activities include job fairs and hiring events for employers and job seekers of all abilities.
TWC launched the We Hire Ability program to recognize businesses and organizations with a workforce of at least 10% people with disabilities. Employers who have shown a commitment to creating an inclusive workforce may apply or be nominated.
Hopkins County United Way held Their Second Meeting of the Current Campaign October 8th and the Donations are just Marching In
October 8, 2024 – The Hopkins County United Way held their second meeting of the season Tuesday, (the 8th), and the donations are continuing to march in. KSST was present at this meeting. Everyone sat at a conference table at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office in Sulphur Springs, Texas. The volunteers went around the room sharing what businesses and organizations had turned in their donation packets. Many volunteers reported many packets had been turned in. As each volunteer went around the room and made their reports, the others cheered them on.
As Executive Secretary Susan Berning added up the totals, the Campaign Volunteers, that wanted to, submitted their names for the drawing of door prizes, and three winners were drawn. Afterwards, when the numbers were all added up, Campaign Chair Lyndsay Palmer called for a symbolic drum roll as she announced the grand total of the campaign for this meeting, and for up to this point. After all was said and done, Lyndsay and Susan were very pleased to announce pledges reported at this meeting total $13,609.23, bringing the pledge total to $31,474.22.
Susan and Lyndsay then told everyone the next Campaign Report Meeting would be next Tuesday, same time, same place. Then everyone went their separate ways for the day.
