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RIDE FOR WORLD HEALTH

             The Ellsworth County Medical Center Employee Activity Committee and Ellsworth-Kanopolis Chamber of Commerce are partnering to form a hospitality group for 25 bikers crossing the United States with a mission of raising awareness on critical issues of world health.  Arrangements have been made to house the bikers at the Ellsworth Recreation Center on Saturday night, April 29^th. Mary Miller, ECMCEAC representative and Chamber director Nick Slechta are hopeful that the community will put its best foot forward as far as hospitality is concerned.

              The evening meal at 6:00 pm on Saturday will be provided at  the First Presbyterian Church basement kitchen and dining area. World Health spokesperson Libby Loft has recommended a high protein menu. The hosting group plans to serve spaghetti, salad, veggies, bread and sports drinks.  There are a few vegetarians in the group so a meatless tomato sauce will be available. The 6:00am – 7:00 pm breakfast on Sunday will consist of cold cereals, fruit and drinks and will be served at the recreation center.

             Ms. Loft has requested that Ellsworth area residents feel free to come by the evening meal time to get acquainted.  She says that one of the benefits of such a project is to get to know individuals from all walks of life and to share their message and experiences.  The public is also welcome to visit the bikers at the recreation center any time after their late afternoon arrival.

             In order to fund the hospitality project the groups are seeking volunteers to “Adopt a Biker” for $5.00. Mary and Nick are confident that local families, individuals and businesses will respond to such an opportunity.  The donations may be left at the Ellsworth County Medical Center reception window or the chamber office by April 28th.

             For more information on the bikers and their mission, the website is www.rideforworldhealth.org.