2012 Kenny Rogers Children's Center Telethon

Monday, March 26, 2012

Jill Bock, staff

The 2012 Kenny Rogers Children's Center Telethon on March 24-25 was a success raising over $400,000. Donors are urged to send in their pledges as soon as possible.

Christy O'Neal, marketing representative for the Center, presents a medal to a top finisher from the KRCC 5K run.
Nathan Herman, 4, enjoys a snowcone.
Members of the Wesley United Methodist Church served up breakfast on Saturday at the telethon. Pictured serving from left are: Lynne Gipson, Joyce Sparks and Helen Masters.
A youngster ponders whether she wants to take a ride on a pony.

This puppy was selected best dressed at the KRCC dog show.
The first-ever Zumbathon drew lots of participants.
Michelle Fayette, KRCC director, center, discusses telethon action.
Hannah Payne displays her ring-tossing skills.
A participant turns in pledges and money to the KRCC telethon workers.
County Wide Insurance of Dexter provided barbecue on Saturday. Pictured from left are Jason Comfort, Ed Gagus and Tracy Horton. Also assisting was Alan Hedrick.
Brian Fisk entertains at the telethon.
Rowdy displays his talent with the assistance of owner Glenn Siemer of St. Louis.
Performers are filmed during the telethon.
Abigail Richbourg of Benton, one of the clients at the Center, listens as her therapist is interviewed.
A youngster and her therapist show how she is able to walk as part of Saturday's telethon.
The duck pond drew lots of interest on Saturday.
The silent auction items are checked out.