The 25th annual Kenny Rogers Children's Center telethon came to a close Sunday afternoon with a record total of $251,763. Above: Celebrating the conclusion are some of the recipients of therapy from the Center along with telethon participants. Right: Emcee Reid Howell, standing right, introduces one of the many entertainers who participated in the two-day telethon. Those who made pledges or would like to assist the center can send their donations to the Kenny Rogers Children's Center, 300 Floyd Ave., Sikeston, MO 63801.