John Inman was named the 2009 United Way Distinguished Volunteer of the Year on Thursday.
Inman, senior sales manager at McCurley Integrity Dealerships, was surprised by the announcement, made at McCurley in front of his family and staff.
He has volunteered with United Way since 2006.
He is past chairman of United Way of Benton and Franklin Counties, has chaired its "Kids Matter" Community Solutions Team and has been active in Young Life, a Christian outreach ministry that works with middle and high school students. He also is a member of the Rotary Club of Tri-Cities Sunrise.
"John truly displays the qualities that are necessary for the success of United Way's mission to improve people's lives in our community," United Way officials said in an announcement.
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A group of community leaders, educators and service organizations are joining forces to help the next generation of Tri-Citians become contributing adults by the age of 20.
More than 100 people who work with youth -- or want to help youth -- met Thursday for the Prepared By 20 Systems Summit to find ways to collaborate to help kids grow into successful adults.
"This truly is a community-wide planning effort that has made a huge impact to our community," said John Inman, general manager for McCurley Dealerships. " ... It's not a new program, it's a collaboration of many agencies that are already existing."
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I cannot help but to ask the question: How well are we preparing our children to be successful in school and in life?
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Mercedes Benz workers donate to cancer center
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The Mercedes Benz of Tri-Cities presented a $5,000 check to the Tri-Cities Cancer Center on Thursday at the Mercedes Benz store, 6901Clearwater Ave. in Kennewick.
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Walkers wanted
Walkers wanted
Thank you, Tri-Cities, for your generous support for the Walk to End Alzheimer's Disease.
Last year, hundreds of walkers of all ages participated in this educational and fundraising event. Pasco and Chiawana high schools helped with fundraising and organizing. Thanks to them also.
This year, we will have several local mayors on hand to welcome the participants. Please consider joining us at Clover Island Lighthouse at 10 a.m. Sept. 17 for this great event.
Walkers wanted
Walkers wanted
Thank you, Tri-Cities, for your generous support for the Walk to End Alzheimer's Disease.
Last year, hundreds of walkers of all ages participated in this educational and fundraising event. Pasco and Chiawana high schools helped with fundraising and organizing. Thanks to them also.
This year, we will have several local mayors on hand to welcome the participants. Please consider joining us at Clover Island Lighthouse at 10 a.m. Sept. 17 for this great event.
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